Senior Systems Administrator – Windows/VMware, Education Tech

Menlo, Inc.; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Menlo, Inc. is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to oversee and optimize VMware/vSphere environments, administer Windows servers, and manage infrastructure services for client and hosted environments.

You will drive server migrations, automate tasks with PowerShell, and document processes to ensure reliable, scalable operations. The role emphasizes independent, hands-on technical work, accuracy, and structured problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, with an education-focused

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical experience in systems administration or systems engineering in a production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills at scale in multi-site or distributed environments.
• Experience with Windows Server, virtualization, and core infrastructure services (AD, DNS, DHCP, file/print).
• Familiarity with Nimble SAN, Dell & Cisco servers, and monitoring platforms such as PRTG.
• Scripting experience with Windows Command Shell and PowerShell.
• Experience administering Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft in a K-12 environment.
• Familiarity with PaperCut to assist users and manage print queues.
• Experience with SCCM for software packaging, deployment and patch management.
• Excellent oral and written communication for translating technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with high ownership and availability.
• Education environment experience and relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and optimization of VMware/vSphere virtualization and storage environments.
• Administer and support Windows servers and related infrastructure services.
• Manage server and network monitoring tools; respond to alerts and performance issues.
• Manage application installation, upgrades, and maintenance across client and hosted environments.
• Plan and execute server migrations, upgrades, and other infrastructure projects.
• Automate repetitive tasks (e.g., with PowerShell) and create clear runbooks and documentation.
• Provide timely updates to users and teams on complex issues.
• Manage multiple tasks and incidents while maintaining SLAs.
• Follow change-management processes and security standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Windows Server

Virtualization

PowerShell scripting

AD/DNS/DHCP

Google Workspace for Education admin

SCCM

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Nimble SAN

Dell servers

Cisco servers

PRTG

PaperCut

PowerShell

SCCM

Job description

Menlo, Inc. is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to oversee and optimize VMware/vSphere environments, administer Windows servers, and manage infrastructure services for client and hosted environments.

You will drive server migrations, automate tasks with PowerShell, and document processes to ensure reliable, scalable operations. The role emphasizes independent, hands-on technical work, accuracy, and structured problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, with an education-focused