IT Systems Admin

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. Were guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

- Employee-owned. Client-focused

- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

- Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace

- Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry

- We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach

- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth

- We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication

- We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As an IT Systems Administrator at LJA Business Solutions , you will be responsible for installation, configuration, documentation, administration and troubleshooting of core IT systems.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

- Assisting in the administration and configuration of on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure services, including virtual environments (e.g., VMware, Nutanix AHV), server operating systems (Windows, Linux), and O365 environments (Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, Intune, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams)

- Managing user objects, computer objects, and security groups within Active Directory. Supporting the implementation and maintenance of integrated services; DNS, Group Policy configurations, DHCP, etc.

- Monitoring and troubleshooting server environments daily for capacity, performance, and potential issues to ensure systems are running efficiently and securely

- Maintaining accurate documentation for IT infrastructure and standard operating procedures. Updating documentation related to system configurations, changes, and incidents as needed

- Providing technical support and troubleshooting for server environments, ensuring minimal downtime and prompt resolution of issues. Assisting in the remediation of system-related issues, including hardware, software, and network problems

- Collaborating with senior team members to research and recommend technological innovations to enhance system efficiency. Assisting in integrating new services and technologies into the existing infrastructure

- Supporting the implementation of automation scripts and processes to streamline system administration tasks

- Performing data center operations, including server racking, stacking, hardware replacement, and annual refresh projects

- Participating in after-hours maintenance and troubleshooting as needed. Providing support

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

- Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- 3+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, supporting server environments, or a similar role

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills

- Basic understanding of computer networking concepts (switches, firewalls, VLANs, IPs, subnets)

- Familiarity with Active Directory management and Group Policy

- Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Batch files)

- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server Administration

- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

- Strong organizational and time management skills

- Ability to be proactive and work independently with minimal supervision

- Document all incidents, including root cause analyses

- Complete special projects and annual objectives as assigned

- Promptly respond to inbound phone calls, emails, and automated alerts

- Some on-site work may be needed on flex days, nights, or weekends for emergencies or planned after-hours activities

Preferences:

- Experience:

Experience with O365 administration

- Experience with Virtual/SAN storage environments

- Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Systems

- Experience with Nutanix infrastructure

- Experience with Cohesity

- Experience with Rubrik

- Experience with PEER GFS

- Experience with Intune

- Experience with Azure AAD

- Experience with On Premise Active Directory

- Certifications:

- VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft, or cloud-based certifications

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, were 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing) , were building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Years.

- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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