Systems Administrator

Ledgent Technology is partnering with a local fast-growing company to identify a new Systems Administrator to join their team. This individual must be an experienced Systems Administrator who is a team player and has experience with endpoint management with SCCM. Layer 2 and 3 networking experience is a plus.

This is a direct hire position which will be hybrid with 3 days in office (Mondays required) in Eden Prairie, MN. Target pay range is $80-90k plus incentives.

Candidates must be local to the Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN area and must be eligible to work in the United States, both now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT staff to consolidate log files into a centralized logging platform, ensure monitoring and logging tools are maintained at supported versions, and train team members on adding, updating, and removing monitors and alerts.
• Coordinate with team members to identify necessary OS patches, schedule and deploy patches, and perform patch installation, managing security and antivirus updates for all devices utilizing Microsoft Endpoint Manager services.
• Manage backup infrastructure, including processes and procedures, monitor and address failed backups promptly, and maintain the backup environment with supported hardware and software versions.
• Conduct regular tests of backup restoration to ensure readiness in case of failure.
• Oversee telephony systems, ensuring they are up to date and supported.
• Collaborate with business units to integrate telephony systems with AV products as required.
• Offer 2nd and 3rd tier support for employee issues.

Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft system administration, including endpoint management with SCCM, demonstrating advanced knowledge.
• Familiarity with networking principles including DNS, DHCP, Email, HTTP, SSL, OSI Model, and TCP/IP protocols and applications.
• Understanding of WANs, VPNs, and internet connectivity.
• Experience in Data Cabling and maintaining Computer Facilities.
• Competence in Office365 Administration, ADFS, and Azure AD Sync.
• Familiarity with key hardware components, backup systems, and storage technology.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex IT concepts in easily understandable terms.
• Experience with layer 2 and 3 networking a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.