Senior Systems Administrator — Windows Server, VMware & Security Lead

IP Attorneys; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Vision and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts/HSAs

Life insurance

Employer match and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Sick time and vacation time

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Charitable matching gifts

Well-being support

Job summary

Wolf Greenfield in Boston seeks a Senior Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain our server systems, storage, and network applications. This role covers daily server maintenance, backup, monitoring, and support across our IT environment.

You will manage Windows Server environments, patch management, and AD/GP, while ensuring security and reliability. Occasional travel to NYC/DC is required; the position offers comprehensive benefits and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems or related field.
• 10+ years of technical experience building and supporting Windows Server OS and scripting in PowerShell.
• 7+ years Windows Client OS & Server administration.
• 5+ years Active Directory & Group Policy administration and server administration.
• 5+ years VMware vCenter and ESXi administration.
• Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication.
• Experience with Security Frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Microsoft certifications strongly preferred (e.g., MS Certified Windows Server Admin).
• Familiarity with Manage Engine PAM360 and Endpoint Central.
• Familiarity with Azure IaaS/Hybrid setup 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.

Responsibilities

• Assumes primary responsibility for Windows Server administration, including patch management and after-hours maintenance.
• Maintains the security, stability, and performance of the firm’s remote environment with periodic travel to NYC and DC.
• Maintains security and integrity of server/desktop systems.
• Provides secure certificate creation and implementation.
• Oversees backup infrastructure.
• Monitors server environment and resolves issues.
• Assists M365 Administrator with Entra-related support including MFA and federated services.
• Provides off-hour on-call support for uptime.
• Documents the existing system functions.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Windows Server administration

PowerShell scripting

Active Directory & Group Policy

VMware vCenter & ESXi

Backup with Veeam

Security frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001)

MS Certifications (preferred)

Azure IaaS/Hybrid

Networking (Switches/Routers/Firewalls

Terminal Services administration

iManage or document mgmt systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information System or related area

Tools

Veeam Backup and Replication

ManageEngine PAM360

Endpoint Central

Job description

Wolf Greenfield in Boston seeks a Senior Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain our server systems, storage, and network applications. This role covers daily server maintenance, backup, monitoring, and support across our IT environment.

You will manage Windows Server environments, patch management, and AD/GP, while ensuring security and reliability. Occasional travel to NYC/DC is required; the position offers comprehensive benefits and professional development.