System Administrator (In-Office)
Booth & Associates · Baton Rouge, LA · 3 days ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the Role
As a Systems Administrator, you will support and maintain Booth & Associates' Microsoft 365, server, virtualization, networking, and endpoint computing environments across multiple offices. You will serve as a primary IT resource for an assigned office while collaborating with the corporate IT team on infrastructure, systems administration, automation, and end-user support. This position is intended for an experienced IT professional who can independently troubleshoot complex technical issues, administer production systems, and take ownership of infrastructure-related problems through resolution.
Responsibilities
- Administer and support Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Entra ID, and Intune.
- Administer and support Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services, and related infrastructure.
- Support and maintain virtualization platforms, including VMware and Proxmox.
- Monitor system health, performance, backups, patching, endpoint protection, and security compliance; escalate risks and critical issues as appropriate.
- Create, maintain, test, and document PowerShell scripts used for automation, endpoint management, software deployment, reporting, and systems administration.
- Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical support, independently diagnosing and resolving complex issues involving Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, networking, servers, virtualization, endpoints, and line-of-business applications.
- Provision and deploy workstations, user accounts, applications, mobile devices, and other IT resources for new and existing employees.
- Manage IT inventory and coordinate the repair, replacement, and lifecycle of laptops, desktops, accessories, phones, printers, and related equipment.
- Serve as the primary onsite IT contact for the assigned office and provide hands-on support for switching, routing, Wi-Fi access points, conferencing equipment, and other core technologies.
- Assist with server upgrades, system migrations, disaster recovery planning, office technology projects, and infrastructure improvements.
- Support and contribute to a company-wide safety culture by following established safety standards, policies, and best practices.
- Support engineering and business applications and coordinate with vendors or service providers when additional assistance is required.
- Create and maintain SOPs, technical documentation, system configurations, troubleshooting guides, and employee training materials.
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability, security, and efficiency through automation, standardization, and process improvement.
- Travel occasionally to company offices to provide onsite technical support, equipment deployment, and project assistance as needed.
- Communicate technical concepts clearly and professionally to technical and non-technical employees, vendors, and leadership.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Networking, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
- Three or more years of experience in technical support, systems administration, infrastructure support, or a related IT role.
- Experience supporting Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365 environments.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and business networking fundamentals.
- Experience administering or supporting a production virtualization environment, such as VMware or Proxmox.
- Mid-level PowerShell experience, including the ability to read, modify, troubleshoot, and create scripts for common administrative tasks.
- Experience troubleshooting desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, networks, user accounts, and business applications.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, establish reasonable deadlines, document work, and communicate status without frequent oversight.
- Strong customer service, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-starter who can operate independently at a remote office while collaborating effectively with colleagues across multiple locations.
- Ability to participate in occasional after-hours maintenance and travel to other company offices as business needs require.
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on VMware administration experience and familiarity with migration planning or transition to Proxmox.
- Experience administering Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive.
- Experience with PowerShell automation for software installation, endpoint remediation, Microsoft 365 administration, inventory, and reporting.
- Experience with backup systems, disaster recovery, vulnerability remediation, endpoint protection, and cybersecurity best practices, including MFA.
- Experience supporting engineering software such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bentley products, Bluebeam, ETAP, or EMTP.
- Familiarity with remote monitoring and management tools, help desk or IT service management platforms, and remote access utilities.
- Experience creating SOPs, technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and end-user training materials.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Server+, Microsoft AZ-900, MS-900, SC900, VMware VCP, or comparable credentials.
Success Factors
- Taking ownership of issues and projects from initial assessment through resolution and documentation.
- Knowing when to work independently and when to involve other IT team members or escalate a risk.
- Being comfortable shifting between infrastructure administration, automation, and direct end-user support.
- Maintaining a professional, service-oriented approach while working with employees at all technical skill levels.
- Demonstrating curiosity, sound judgment, accountability, and a willingness to learn new technologies.