Senior System Administrator (Managed Service Provider)

Bowman Williams; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Certification reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A growing Managed Service Provider is seeking a Senior System Administrator to handle complex technical escalations and lead cloud initiatives. The role requires expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and Windows Server environments. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to $125,000, medical coverage, 401k match, and generous PTO. Ideal candidates will have experience in an MSP and a passion for mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in an MSP.
• Strong expertise with Microsoft 365 and Azure Entra ID.
• Solid background with Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Deep understanding of VPNs, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Resolve advanced escalations involving servers and cloud technologies.
• Design and support Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Manage Windows Server environments including Active Directory.
• Lead or assist with migrations and modernization projects.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Azure administration

Windows Server environments

Networking fundamentals

Complex escalations handling

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Senior System Administrator (Managed Service Provider)

We are a growing Managed Service Provider that is searching for a Senior System Administrator who can step confidently into advanced technical ownership. If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading technical direction, and supporting modern cloud and on‑prem environments across multiple clients, this role gives you the autonomy and impact you are looking for.

You will serve as the top escalation point for servers, cloud systems, and networking issues while also contributing to project delivery, migrations, and infrastructure improvements. This is a role for someone who is hands‑on, client‑focused, and comfortable guiding junior engineers while still rolling up their sleeves for high‑level work.

• Resolve advanced escalations involving servers, virtualization, firewalls, and cloud technologies
• Design and support Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure solutions
• Manage Windows Server environments including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Support VMware or Hyper‑V virtualization and assist with server builds and upgrades
• Configure and troubleshoot firewalls, VPNs, switching, and core networking issues
• Lead or assist with migrations, cloud adoption, and modernization projects across client sites
• Mentor junior engineers and help elevate the team’s technical maturity
• Maintain clear documentation and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Two or more years of experience in an MSP
• Strong expertise with Microsoft 365, Azure Entra ID, and Azure administration
• Solid background with Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms
• Deep understanding of networking fundamentals including VPNs, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls
• Experience handling complex escalations and taking ownership of high‑impact technical issues
• Ability to work directly with clients and communicate recommendations clearly
• Interest in staying current with new technologies, certifications, and best practices

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary up to $125,000
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Certification reimbursement and training support
• Bonus opportunities
• A collaborative MSP environment where your expertise genuinely matters

Base pay range: $115,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

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