Job description

We’re a fast-growing cloud and managed services provider, and we’re looking for a Senior Systems Administrator with the experience and leadership skills to help take our engineering team to the next level. This role is hands-on and highly technical, but also includes mentoring and guiding other engineers. If you enjoy working on complex projects, serving as an escalation point, and helping shape a growing team, this is the opportunity for you. In this role, you’ll take ownership of advanced client deployments, troubleshoot high-level issues, and collaborate directly with leadership to influence service delivery and technical standards. While you’ll start with a strong technical focus, there’s a clear path to expand into a team lead/manager role without fully stepping away from the engineering work you enjoy. What You’ll Do • Lead advanced infrastructure projects from design through implementation • Serve as a senior escalation point for servers, networks, and cloud solutions • Administer Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) • Mentor and guide Level 1 and Level 2 engineers to support their professional growth • Work with leadership to build client roadmaps and ensure alignment on solutions • Implement IT best practices, security standards, and consistent documentation • Recommend and drive process improvements that enhance client outcomes What We’re Looking For • 8+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in an MSP or consulting environment • Strong Microsoft background: Windows Server, Office 365, Intune, Azure AD • Hands-on experience with VMware, Hyper-V, and storage systems • Networking knowledge: firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, DNS/DHCP • Proven ability to deliver projects while mentoring junior engineers • Strong communication skills with both technical peers and non-technical clients Compensation & Benefits • $120K – $130K base salary, plus bonus opportunities • Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day remote • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance • 401(k) with employer match • Paid time off and parental leave • Career growth into a formal leadership role while staying technically involved

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