Junior System/Network Administrator

K Systems Solutions; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kipaji Technologies, a K Systems Solutions partner, is seeking a motivated Junior Systems Administrator to join our IT team in New York. The role focuses on maintaining IT infrastructure, ensuring performance and security, and supporting senior engineers in system design and implementation.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years IT experience, familiarity with Windows, Linux, Unix, and a drive to grow into broader systems and network administration responsibilities, including documentation and end-user

Qualifications

• At least two years of college education or 1-2 years in IT.
• Familiarity with desktop support for Windows, Linux, and Unix.
• Eagerness to grow into systems and network administration.
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining OS, software, and hardware.
• Ability to monitor system performance and troubleshoot effectively.
• Basic knowledge of network infrastructure and security principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective collaboration with senior engineers on design and implementation.
• Ability to document system configurations and procedures accurately.
• Technical support experience resolving system issues for end-users.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux

Unix familiarity

System monitoring

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Technical support

Security basics

Education

Some college coursework

1-2 years IT experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

Job description

New York, United States | Posted on 12/06/2024

Work Setting: Hybrid. However, the consultant will be required to work fully on-site for at least the first three months.

Salary Range: $45,000 ~ $85,000 per year (W2).

About Us :

Kipaji Technologies, a K Systems Solutions partner, is a growing Managed Services Provider dedicated to delivering top-tier IT solutions with precision. We empower businesses by integrating AI tools to enhance productivity and adopting holistic, best-of-breed approaches to safeguard critical assets against cyber threats. Our goal is to be a trusted partner in strengthening your technology capabilities and driving business growth.

Job Description :

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Systems Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining and managing IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and robust security.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two years of college education or 1ー2 years of experience in the IT field.
  
• Familiarity with desktop support for Windows, Linux, and Unix systems.
  
• Eagerness to grow into systems and network administration responsibilities.
  
• Experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems, software, and hardware.
  
• Ability to monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues effectively.
  
• Basic knowledge of network infrastructure and system security principles.
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Effective collaboration skills for working with senior engineers on system design and implementation.
  
• Ability to document system configurations and procedures accurately.
  
• Technical support experience, resolving system-related issues for end-users.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+/Network+/Cloud+/Linux+ or Microsoft Associate-level certifications.
  
• Understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and server management.
  
• Skills in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
  
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
  
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
  
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
  
• Awareness of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
  
• Programming or scripting skills (a plus).
  

Additional Requirements: