IT Systems Administrator — Cloud, Security & On-Call

Paylocity; Milton (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to support end users and manage on-premises and cloud systems. The role covers Windows, Linux, networking, cloud, and cybersecurity, with an on-call rotation and periodic travel to company facilities.

You will deploy desktops and business software, document procedures, and train users on security best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across Windows and Linux environments, Microsoft 365/Entra IDs, and Azure, plus strong

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in IT administration, systems administration, help desk, or related role.
• Strong working knowledge of Windows desktop and server OS and Linux administration.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Azure services.
• Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and switching.
• Excellent customer service, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel; willing to pass drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal end users.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, identity, access, connectivity, and system issues.
• Configure and deploy desktops, laptops, mobile devices, peripherals, and business software.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base articles.
• Train users on technology best practices and security awareness.
• Administer and support Windows Server, Windows desktop, and Linux environments.
• Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and related services.
• Administer Microsoft Azure resources, identity, access controls, and cloud security configurations.
• Monitor system availability, performance, capacity, and cloud cost trends.
• Configure and troubleshoot switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks.
• Assist with cybersecurity monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and incident response.
• Install, rack, cable, and maintain servers, storage, UPS, and networking equipment.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and deploy new technology.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Windows administration

Linux administration

Microsoft 365

Azure

Networking fundamentals

Firewalls & VPNs

Security concepts

Technical support

Documentation

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash)

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365 Admin Center

Azure Portal

NGINX / IIS

Job description

Paylocity is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to support end users and manage on-premises and cloud systems. The role covers Windows, Linux, networking, cloud, and cybersecurity, with an on-call rotation and periodic travel to company facilities.

You will deploy desktops and business software, document procedures, and train users on security best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across Windows and Linux environments, Microsoft 365/Entra IDs, and Azure, plus strong