Junior Systems Administrator
About The Position
H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm seeks a Jr Systems Administrator to join our team in our Melville, NY office. We are seeking a proactive Jr Systems Administrator responsible for assisting, maintaining, optimizing, and securing our infrastructure while supporting business operations. The ideal candidate will have strong understanding in Microsoft cloud technologies, server administration, automation, and endpoint management, as well as having hands-on experience working in enterprise IT environments. In this role the individual will be working alongside and assisting senior level IT professionals to learn from and to grow into their careers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent
- 3-5 years of experience as a Jr Systems Administrator or similar role
- Experience / Familiarity with:
- Microsoft Azure administration
- Microsoft Intune (endpoint management & compliance)
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Windows Server (2016/2019/2022/2025)
- Active Directory and Group Policy
- Knowledge in PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting
- Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., Hyper-V or VMware)
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls) a must
- Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work late hours/weekends as needed.
- Must be able to travel by car as needed (NYC/NJ/CT/WESTCHESTER)
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft 365 Administrator) a plus, but not required
- Experience with hybrid cloud environments
- Familiarity with security best practices and compliance frameworks
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools
Responsibilities
- Assist with setup, administration and managing end users’ laptops
- Manage and maintain printers, plotters and copiers
- Assist with managing and supporting Microsoft Intune for endpoint configuration, compliance policies, and device management
- Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Assist with performing Windows Server administration including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file services
- Monitor system performance, availability, and security across cloud and on-premises environments
- Assist with implementing and maintaining backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions
- Assist with managing patches, updates, and vulnerability remediation
- Provide Tier 1/2 technical support
- Maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and configurations
- Collaborate with security teams to enforce best practices and compliance requirements
Benefits
- H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being.
- We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off.
- We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels.
- H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
