Senior Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator

At LifeNet Health, you are the advantage. Every day, you help us to save lives, restore health, and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health, we cultivate growth, innovation, and collaboration, where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity.

Together, we are united by a mission greater than ourselves, a purpose rooted in healing.

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (on-site)

Department: Information Systems

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (ET), On Call & Weekend Rotation

Clinical Status: Non-Clinical

The Senior Systems Administrator provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure. Manages IT infrastructure and related processes. Provides support to the infrastructure including day-to-day operations, problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems. Installs, configures, and manages operating system software and implementing operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance. Troubleshoots, maintains integrity, and configures network components.

Your work will have purpose every single day, contributing directly to life-changing outcomes.

Skilled Senior System Administrator with specialization in Active Directory and Microsoft Entra are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in managing and maintaining Active Directory environments and have a solid background in system administration, particularly within Windows server ecosystems. The Senior Systems Administrator will be responsible for administration, management, monitoring, and maintenance of our Active Directory infrastructure including Group Policy Management, Active Directory Domain Services, Domain Name System (DNS), DHCP, Windows Authentication Protocols, Security and Compliance, Backup and Recovery, Server Administration, Upgrades and Patch Management, Monitoring and Reporting, and Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution.

Infrastructure Support: Conducts activities in support of LifeNet Health infrastructure including servers, network devices, operating systems, directory services, virtualization, telecom and collaboration systems, permissions, and file services. Administers printers including software setup, group policy deployment, network connectivity, scripting, and troubleshooting issues.

System Monitoring: Monitors and maintains system alerts and notifications and works with system owners on alert notifications and processes.

Endpoint Management: Maintains, administers, and supports the Microsoft Endpoint Manager environment. This includes foundational functions such as software deployment and patching, and Windows updates and feature updates.

Customer Service and Incident Response: Acts as an escalation point for the Systems Administrator and Technical Services Staff including training and troubleshooting. Responds to incidents and service requests using the service management system according to predefined SLAs. Assists the security team with audits, investigations, remediations, and emergency deployment of server patches.

Backups: Administers and manages backups and Disaster Recovery solutions including reporting and resolving failures, monitoring of storage capacity and reporting, and restoring data upon request to ensure backup policy and strategies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
• Five (5) years of experience with functional and technical aspects of IT support services to include user account administration, servers, networking, operating systems, and applications.
• Three (3) years of administration experience with at least three of the following: Servers, System Patching, Active Directory, Office 365, Networking, Security, or Telecom.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and/or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) to be obtained with first year in role

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
• Security + Certification

Key Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and build relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.
• Analysis/ Problem Solving: Ability to identify and define problems and solutions.
• Systems Knowledge: Proficient in administrating Email Systems, Virtual Environments, Printers, third-party software deployment, patch management, security, Active Directory, Group Policy Management. Strong knowledge of desktop operating systems and productivity software (MS Office, Visio, PowerPoint, Adobe).
• Backup & Recovery: Shadow Copies, Backup Software and Technologies, Basic Backup and Recovery Theory.
• Equipment/ Technology: Skillful in proper use of tools, hardware, software, and equipment.
• Diagnostic & Management Utilities: Diagnostic and management utilities, including but not limited to: Active Directory, and Microsoft Endpoint Manager or equivalent.

Why Join LifeNet Health

When you join LifeNet Health, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a mission-driven community dedicated to making a global impact through regenerative medicine. You'll be part of a workplace that values authenticity, collaboration, and the drive to make a difference.

We recognize that great work happens when people feel supported. That's why our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Here's how we support you:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Comprehensive care that won't break the bank.
• Profit Sharing Plan - Share in the success you help create.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan - Invest in your future with confidence.
• Paid Parental Leave - 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
• Corporate Sponsored Events - Celebrate milestones and build connections.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Because balance matters:
• 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws)
• 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations)
• 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
• Flexible Work Program - For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
• Tuition reimbursement - We invest in your growth and education.
• Career & Leadership Development - Expand your impact and potential.
• Wellness Program - Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Support for you and your household.
• Incredible teammates - Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. This job posting does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the "at-will" nature of employment at LifeNet Health.

Compensation

Salary Range: $87,226 - $116,301 annually

Final compensation will be based on factors such as geographic location, qualifications, and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $87,226 annually (entry level qualifications) to $116,301 annually (experienced in this role). Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

As part of our commitment to safety, we maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse screening.