Les Olson IT · 20 hours ago
Junior System Administrator
Les Olson IT is one of the fastest-growing technology service providers in the West, dedicated to delivering superior service while fostering a supportive work environment. The Junior System Administrator will support and maintain the IT infrastructure, ensuring smooth operations and assisting with troubleshooting and configurations.
Cyber SecurityInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Maintain and support IT operations, including servers, email systems, desktops, laptops, and backups
Configure and troubleshoot Windows Server (2012–2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, and core server roles
Administer Office 365, Google Workspace, VMware, Hyper-V, and Azure AD
Diagnose network issues (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS) and manage RAID configurations
Build and optimize physical servers and hardware components
Act as Tier 2 escalation for complex issues; escalate to Tier 3 when needed
Respond to incidents via phone, email, chat, or ticketing system
Manage small to medium projects and ensure timely resolution and documentation
Qualification
Required
4+ years of IT experience; background in System Administration, Help Desk, or IT Installation preferred
Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset; excellent customer interaction
Certifications (or ability to obtain within 1 year): CompTIA Security+ or equivalent, CompTIA Server+ or equivalent, VMware VCP-DCV, Microsoft Azure Admin (AZ-104) or equivalent
Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy
Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), RAID configurations, and troubleshooting network protocols
Working knowledge of Office 365, Google Workspace, Azure AD, and cloud environments (Azure/AWS)
Basic understanding of LAN/WAN/VPN, backup systems, network storage (SAN/NAS), and endpoint security
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred
Background in System Administration, Help Desk, or IT Installation preferred
PowerShell, Linux, or macOS experience is a plus