Senior Systems Administrator

Dixon Valve•Chestertown, MD

7d•$80,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Dixon Group is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to join our team in Chestertown, MD! In this role, you will play a key role in supporting and enhancing the organization's technology environment, including VMware, Microsoft 365, Azure, storage, networking, and cybersecurity systems. If you're an experienced IT professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and driving infrastructure improvements, we'd love to hear from you! At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
7-10 years of experience administering VMware environments, including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi
3-5 years of experience with storage platforms, networking concepts, VPNs, firewalls, and cybersecurity principles.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Server operating systems and networking protocols
Strong knowledge of backup and recovery solutions, preferable Veeam, and disaster recovery best practices.
Experience troubleshooting infrastructure, server, and application issues in a production environment.
Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively to address incidents, problems, provide access management, and contribute to infrastructure enhancement projects.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service and support.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications include VMWare, O365/Azure Professional, Microsoft Server, HP Switch, Firewall, and Citrix.

Responsibilities

Maintain and support the organization's enterprise infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, reliable, and available for business operations.
Administer and support virtual server environments using VMware technologies, including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
Manage Microsoft server technologies and core services such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and Microsoft 365.
Manage enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions, including Veeam and cloud-based retention systems.
Support Azure cloud services and assist with the ongoing optimization of cloud-based resources and applications.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and serve as a Tier III escalation resource for complex technical problems.
Perform system maintenance activities including patching software upgrades, backup administration, and recovery testing.
Manage and support storage systems, virtualization platforms, Citrix environments, and related infrastructure technologies.
Support network infrastructure including switches, VLANs, VPN connections, and firewall technologies.
Help maintain cybersecurity controls through system hardening, patch management, security monitoring, and compliance initiatives.