Hybrid Junior Systems Administrator – Windows & Networking

ZP Group; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Companies seeks a Junior Systems Administrator to support a growing client in the technology sector in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area. The role is hybrid: 2 days onsite in RTP and the remainder remote, ideal for early-career IT pros with infrastructure, networking, and Windows environments.

Responsibilities include day-to-day server and network support, hardware deployments, troubleshooting, monitoring, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure support.
• CCNA certification or equivalent Cisco networking knowledge required.
• Experience troubleshooting network issues, supporting switches and routers, and performing infrastructure maintenance.
• Familiarity with Windows Server administration and on-premises technology environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for on-premises servers, operating systems, and core IT infrastructure.
• Assist with network and system maintenance activities, including hardware deployments, cabling, patching, and equipment upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user, server, and network connectivity issues to maintain operational efficiency.
• Support system monitoring, documentation, and administrative tasks to ensure stability and compliance with IT standards.
• Work alongside senior infrastructure team members on technology enhancements, deployments, and ongoing support initiatives.

Skills

Windows Server

Networking

IT infrastructure

On-premises troubleshooting

Cisco networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field

CCNA certification

Tools

Cisco networking hardware

Job description

Piper Companies seeks a Junior Systems Administrator to support a growing client in the technology sector in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area. The role is hybrid: 2 days onsite in RTP and the remainder remote, ideal for early-career IT pros with infrastructure, networking, and Windows environments.

Responsibilities include day-to-day server and network support, hardware deployments, troubleshooting, monitoring, and documentation.