Systems Administrator

The Planet Group; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Direct-hire with growth potential

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Planet Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its IT infrastructure team in the Appleton area on a hybrid basis. The role blends day-to-day operational support with infrastructure modernization, including AD, M365, and virtualization.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Windows-based systems administration, strong networking knowledge, and experience with Intune and Citrix migrations. Occasional travel 3–4 times per year to support remote locations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of systems administration in a Windows enterprise environment.
• Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Solid understanding of virtualization and networking fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, M365, Azure, virtualization, and endpoint management.
• Support modernization efforts, including Intune implementation and infrastructure upgrades.
• Provide hands-on support for servers, workstations, and core infrastructure with partners.
• Troubleshoot system, network, and end-user issues to ensure reliable IT operations.
• Manage patching, backups, documentation, and security best practices.
• Participate in projects with travel to remote locations 3–4 times per year.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Networking fundamentals

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Job description

Location: Appleton Area, WI (Hybrid/Flexible)

Compensation: $80,000–$90,000Overview

Our client, a well-established organization within the manufacturing and supply chain industry, is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its collaborative IT infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional who enjoys a mix of day-to-day operational support and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

This hybrid position offers flexibility, with onsite presence typically required once per week at a facility in the Appleton area.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, virtualization platforms, and endpoint management solutions.


• Support ongoing infrastructure modernization efforts, including Microsoft Intune implementation, endpoint management improvements, virtualization enhancements, and network infrastructure upgrades.


• Provide hands-on support for servers, workstations, hardware, software, and core infrastructure while collaborating with external technology partners on network-related initiatives.


• Troubleshoot system, network, and end-user issues to ensure reliable and secure IT operations.


• Manage system patching, backups, documentation, and security best practices.


• Participate in infrastructure projects, technology upgrades, and occasional travel (approximately 3–4 times per year) to support remote locations and business initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Systems Administration experience in a Windows-based enterprise environment.


• Strong experience supporting:


• Windows Server


• Active Directory


• Microsoft 365


• Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar)


• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including LAN/WAN environments, firewalls, and infrastructure troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing or administering Microsoft Intune.


• Familiarity with endpoint management and modern device administration.


• Experience supporting Citrix migrations or similar infrastructure modernization projects.


• Exposure to SD-WAN or enterprise networking improvements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, team-oriented IT professional who enjoys working in a close-knit environment. Success in this role comes from being technically strong while also being approachable, adaptable, and willing to contribute wherever needed. Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a low-ego, team-first mindset are highly valued.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary ($80,000–$90,000)


• Hybrid work flexibility


• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure modernization projects


• Stable, growing organization with a collaborative IT team


• Direct-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential