Jr. Systems Administrator

A recognized institution in Virginia seeks a Jr. Systems Administrator to support day-to-day IT operations and maintain reliable systems across a professional enterprise environment. About the Opportunity: Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours: Standard business Setting: Onsite Responsibilities: Troubleshoot and resolve basic system, network, and application issues Support daily operations across Windows and Linux server environments Perform routine maintenance, including patching, monitoring, and system health checks Assist with deploying and configuring servers, applications, and infrastructure components Manage user accounts, permissions, and basic identity and access requests Assist with workstation setup, imaging, configuration, and support Document procedures, system configurations, and troubleshooting steps Provide escalation support for service desk issues requiring further technical investigation Follow change management procedures and communicate updates during maintenance activities Work alongside senior engineers on projects, implementations, and troubleshooting efforts Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or an equivalent technical certification Internship or post-college technical experience Foundational understanding of networking concepts, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and VLANs Basic knowledge of Windows Server or Linux administration Introductory familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Experience with scripting fundamentals, particularly PowerShell, through coursework, labs, or professional experience Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions and collaborate effectively Willingness to learn new technologies and take on additional technical responsibilities Desired Skills: Professional technical experience supporting Microsoft 365, Windows Server, virtualization, or related IT infrastructure Hands-on exposure to virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration, including user provisioning, basic support, and license management Understanding of security fundamentals, including multifactor authentication, conditional access, and endpoint management Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or similar platforms Tandym Group