Junior System Administrator
The Junior Systems Administrator supports enterprise IT infrastructure through system administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting in a hybrid work environment. This entry-level role involves managing Windows Server and Linux systems, Microsoft 365 and Active Directory administration, network troubleshooting, and assisting with virtualization and cloud technologies under senior guidance. It offers hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities within a large enterprise IT setting.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This role supports enterprise IT infrastructure and day‑to‑day system operations in Richmond, VA (hybrid: 3–4 days onsite). You will work with senior engineers to maintain servers, support end users, and troubleshoot infrastructure issues while building practical experience across Windows, Linux, cloud, and virtualization environments.
- Assist with day-to-day Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Monitor server performance, system availability, and infrastructure health
- Perform routine patching, updates, and system health checks
- Troubleshoot servers, workstations, applications, network connectivity, and basic infrastructure issues
- Support Microsoft 365 and Active Directory tasks: user provisioning, permissions, and account maintenance
- Assist with network troubleshooting: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLANs
- Support server deployments, application installs, system configurations, and infrastructure upgrades under guidance
- Help with workstation imaging, setup, configuration, and end-user support
- Escalate and investigate service desk tickets requiring deeper technical analysis
- Use basic PowerShell scripting to automate routine administrative tasks
- Assist with virtualization and cloud platform tasks as needed (VMware/Hyper-V/Azure/AWS/GCP exposure)
- Follow change management, security, and system administration procedures
- Create and maintain technical documentation and runbooks
- Collaborate with systems engineers, network admins, and service desk teams on projects and incident resolution
What We’re Looking For
- Internship experience or 1–2 years hands-on IT experience in systems administration, IT support, or infrastructure support
- Foundational Windows Server and Linux administration knowledge
- Understanding of networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLANs
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration and Active Directory
- Basic PowerShell scripting skills (labs, coursework, internships, or practical experience)
- Experience troubleshooting servers, workstations, and applications
- Basic familiarity with cloud concepts (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)
- Knowledge of system monitoring and patch management practices
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Good verbal and written communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to follow technical procedures, manage priorities, and work collaboratively
- Self-motivated with eagerness to learn and grow in systems administration
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent technical certification (or comparable experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Up to 2 years supporting Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, virtualization, or enterprise IT infrastructure
- Hands-on exposure to VMware, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD concepts and tenant administration
- Understanding of IT security fundamentals: MFA, Conditional Access, endpoint management
- Familiarity with ServiceNow, Jira, or other IT ticketing systems
- Entry-level certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft AZ-900
- Demonstrated initiative, technical curiosity, and desire to advance into mid-level systems administration
Compensation & Work Model
- Estimated pay: $52,563 per year (estimated)
- Employment type: Full-time, long-term contract
- Work model: Hybrid (3–4 days onsite in Richmond, VA)
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience with enterprise systems and cloud platforms
- Mentorship from experienced systems engineers
- Opportunity to expand scripting, automation, virtualization, and cloud skills
- Exposure to large-scale IT operations, change control, and documentation practices
- Competitive pay and benefits (specifics provided by the hiring organization)
About Confidential Client
Confidential Client is hiring for this IT role through Careertakes. The client operates within the IT industry and partners with third‑party recruiting firms to find talent for enterprise infrastructure and technical support roles.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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