Systems & Applications Engineer

J.W. Pepper; Exton, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J.W. Pepper is seeking a Systems & Applications Administrator to manage and improve the organization’s server infrastructure, enterprise platforms, and business applications.

The role spans Windows and Linux servers, virtualization, Microsoft 365, storage, and security, with a focus on reliability, performance, and compliance. The ideal candidate will combine strong systems administration with application support, working across a diverse tech stack and coordinating with vendors and developers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 4–7 years of enterprise infrastructure and business systems administration experience.
• Experience with Windows Server and Linux administration.
• Experience with VMware or similar virtualization platforms.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365 services.
• Experience supporting business-critical applications.
• Knowledge of networking, storage, backup, and cybersecurity concepts.
• Scripting and automation with PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux server environments.
• Support virtualization platforms and related infrastructure.
• Assist with storage, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Monitor system performance and availability; perform patching and lifecycle management.
• Manage identity and access controls, including Active Directory.
• Support cloud-based infrastructure and SaaS platforms.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and deployments.
• Serve as a technical resource for internal and third-party applications.
• Troubleshoot application, integration, and performance issues.
• Coordinate incident resolution with developers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Document configurations, procedures, and standards.
• Collaborate with business units to support operational requirements.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

VMware

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Microsoft 365

Cloud (Azure/AWS)

Scripting

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

VMware

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

J.W. Pepper is seeking a Systems & Applications Administrator to manage and improve the organization’s server infrastructure, enterprise platforms, and business applications.

The role spans Windows and Linux servers, virtualization, Microsoft 365, storage, and security, with a focus on reliability, performance, and compliance. The ideal candidate will combine strong systems administration with application support, working across a diverse tech stack and coordinating with vendors and developers