Junior Systems Administrator

Apex Systems; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

HSA

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is looking for a motivated Junior Systems Administrator to support infrastructure and day‑to‑day operations in a hybrid Richmond, VA office. This entry‑level role will involve system monitoring, patching, and assisting with server deployments under senior staff guidance.

You will gain exposure to Windows and Linux environments, cloud concepts, and scripting with PowerShell while collaborating with a team focused on secure, reliable IT services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or closely related field or equivalent technical certification.
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLANs).
• Basic knowledge of Windows Server or Linux administration.
• Familiarity with cloud concepts (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
• Experience with scripting fundamentals (PowerShell).
• Internship or post‑college technical experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving basic system, network, and application issues.
• Support day‑to‑day operational tasks across Windows and Linux server environments.
• Perform routine maintenance such as patching, monitoring, and system health checks.
• Help deploy and configure servers, applications, and infrastructure components under senior engineer guidance.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and basic identity access requests.
• Assist with workstation setup, imaging, configuration, and support.
• Participate in documentation efforts for procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps.
• Provide first‑line escalation support for service desk issues requiring deeper technical investigation.
• Follow change‑management processes and ensure proper communication during updates or maintenance.
• Learn and grow by shadowing senior engineers on projects, implementations, and troubleshooting sessions.

Skills

Networking basics

Windows admin

Linux admin

Cloud concepts

PowerShell scripting

Team collaboration

Communication

Tenant-level standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or IT

Tools

PowerShell

VMware

Hyper-V

Azure

AWS

Job description

Junior Systems Administrator

WORK MODEL: This is a hybrid-telework position. Expectation to average 3+ days a week onsite at a downtown Richmond office. The teleworking ability and schedule are determined by the reporting manager.

Job#: 3056323

Job Description

Junior Systems Administrator

WORK MODEL: This is a hybrid-telework position. Expectation to average 3+ days a week onsite at a downtown Richmond office. The teleworking ability and schedule is determined by the reporting manager.

Position Summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a motivated Junior Systems Administrator to provide support for infrastructure and day-to-day operational needs. This contingent worker position will assist with system monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic administration across a variety of technologies within the enterprise environment. The selected candidate will report to the Manager of the Systems and Operations Management team and will collaborate with technical staff to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient system operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving basic system, network, and application issues.
• Support day‑to‑day operational tasks across Windows and Linux server environments.
• Perform routine maintenance such as patching, monitoring, and system health checks.
• Help deploy and configure servers, applications, and infrastructure components under senior engineer guidance.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and basic identity access requests.
• Assist with workstation setup, imaging, configuration, and support.
• Participate in documentation efforts for procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps.
• Provide first‑line escalation support for service desk issues requiring deeper technical investigation.
• Follow change‑management processes and ensure proper communication during updates or maintenance.
• Learn and grow by shadowing senior engineers on projects, implementations, and troubleshooting sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a closely related field; equivalent technical certification accepted.
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VLANs).
• Basic knowledge of Windows Server or Linux administration.
• Familiarity with cloud concepts (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud) at an introductory level.
• Experience with scripting fundamentals (especially PowerShell) through coursework, labs, or early work experience.
• Internship or post‑college technical experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly, follow instructions, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow technical responsibilities over time.
• Tenant-level configuration standards.

Preferred Qualification

• 2 years of professional technical experience supporting Microsoft 365, Windows Server, virtualization, or related IT infrastructure.
• Hands‑on exposure to virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V, etc.) from labs or coursework.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration concepts (basic support, user provisioning, license management).
• Understanding of security fundamentals: MFA, conditional access concepts, endpoint management basics.
• Experience working with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or similar.
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and problem‑solving skills — someone who actively learns outside of class or work.
• Entry‑level certification such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

ADA Accommodation

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