Les Olson IT · 1 week ago
Junior System Administrator
Les Olson IT is a family-owned technology service provider with over 70 years of experience. They are seeking a Junior System Administrator to support and maintain their IT infrastructure, working closely with the Managed IT team to ensure smooth operations and troubleshoot issues.
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
PowerShell, Linux, or macOS experience is a plus