Hybrid Systems Administrator: Modernize IT Infrastructure

The Planet Group; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Direct-hire with growth potential

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Planet Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its IT infrastructure team in the Appleton area on a hybrid basis. The role blends day-to-day operational support with infrastructure modernization, including AD, M365, and virtualization.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Windows-based systems administration, strong networking knowledge, and experience with Intune and Citrix migrations. Occasional travel 3–4 times per year to support remote locations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of systems administration in a Windows enterprise environment.
• Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Solid understanding of virtualization and networking fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, M365, Azure, virtualization, and endpoint management.
• Support modernization efforts, including Intune implementation and infrastructure upgrades.
• Provide hands-on support for servers, workstations, and core infrastructure with partners.
• Troubleshoot system, network, and end-user issues to ensure reliable IT operations.
• Manage patching, backups, documentation, and security best practices.
• Participate in projects with travel to remote locations 3–4 times per year.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Networking fundamentals

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Job description

The Planet Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its IT infrastructure team in the Appleton area on a hybrid basis. The role blends day-to-day operational support with infrastructure modernization, including AD, M365, and virtualization.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Windows-based systems administration, strong networking knowledge, and experience with Intune and Citrix migrations. Occasional travel 3–4 times per year to support remote locations.