Senior Systems Administrator

Wolf Greenfield; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Wolf Greenfield is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain server systems, storage, and network applications. The role includes daily server upkeep, backup management, disaster recovery planning, and on-call support to ensure uptime.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in Windows Server environments, strong PowerShell scripting, and hands-on experience with VMware, Veeam, AD/GP, and security frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in computer information systems or related field.
• 10+ years in building and supporting Windows Server environments and scripting with PowerShell.
• 7+ years Windows client OS and server administration.
• 5+ years of AD & Group Policy administration.
• 5+ years VMware vCenter/ESXi administration.
• Experience with Veeam backup and replication.
• Experience with security frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Microsoft certifications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own overall Windows Server administration including patch management and after-hours maintenance.
• Maintain security, stability, and performance of remote environments; travel to NYC and DC offices as needed.
• Provide backup infrastructure oversight and server environment monitoring.
• Assist M365 Admin with Entra support including MFA and federated services.
• Provide off-hour on-call support to ensure system uptime.
• Document system functions and maintain knowledge base.
• Support other IT departments and perform assigned duties.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information System or related area of study

Microsoft certifications strongly preferred (e.g. MS Certified Windows Server Administrator)

Tools

VMware vCenter and ESXi

Veeam Backup and Replication

Active Directory & Group Policy

ManageEngine PAM360

Endpoint Central

Azure IaaS/Hybrid setup

iManage or similar document management

Job description

Under the direction of the Director of IT Infrastructure, the Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the firm's server systems, data storage, and network applications. These responsibilities include but are not limited to; the daily maintenance of our server systems, storage systems, backup systems, server and network monitoring and management, back-office applications, remote access systems, system disaster recovery, and general systems administration and support. When requested, the Sr. Systems Administrator assists other internal IT departments providing technical support for the firm's technical environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes primary responsibility for overall Windows Server administration, including patch management and after-hours maintenance, as necessary.
• Maintains the integrity, security, stability, and performance of the firm's remote environment. This responsibility will involve periodic travel to our offices in New York City and Washington D.C.
• Maintains the security & integrity of the firm's server and desktop systems.
• Provides secure Certificate creation and implementation.
• Provides oversight of the firm's backup infrastructure.
• Provides server environment monitoring and issue resolution.
• Assists the M365 Administrator with Entra related support including MFA and federated services.
• Provides off-hour 'On-Call' support ensuring system uptime.
• Documents the existing system functions.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Information System or related area of study.
• Ten (10+) years technical experience, building and supporting Windows Server operating systems, creating and modifying Powershell scripts.
• Seven (7+) years Windows Client OS & Windows Server administration.
• Five (5+) years Active Directory & Group Policy administration, and server administration.
• Five (5+) years VMware vCenter and ESXi administration.
• Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication.
• Experience with Security Frameworks (i.e. SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Microsoft certifications strongly preferred (e.g MS Certified Windows Sever Administrator).
• Familiarity with Manage Engine PAM360 and Endpoint Central.
• Familiarity with Azure IaaS/Hybrid set up and management
• Familiarity with basic operation and configuration of Switches/Routers/Firewalls.
• Familiarity with Terminal Services administration.
• iManage or similar document management system experience preferred.
• Strong time management, prioritization, problem-solving, and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Flexibility and capacity to respond calmly, efficiently, and effectively in stressful situations.
• Punctual and reliable and able to meet set deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of matters and other firm business information.

Wolf Greenfield offers a comprehensive benefit package focused on the overall well-being of firm employees. Our benefits include multiple health care plan options, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts and life insurance. Eligibility for our employer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharing. The firm is invested in our employees development by providing tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Additionally, WGS offers further benefits and perks focused on employee well-being including generous paid time off; including sick time and vacation time, parental leave, commuter benefits, charitable matching gift program, well-being support and much more!

Wolf Greenfield does not offer visa sponsorship. All job openings are subject to export control regulations.

Any offer of employment is subject to the successful completion of a background check. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.