Systems Administrator

Farmers of Salem

. Administer and maintain servers, virtualization platforms, storage, backups, and related infrastructure .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeWilmington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,619 - $96,928 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in server administration, Active Directory management, and network infrastructure support, with a strong focus on system monitoring, troubleshooting, and user support. Proficient in implementing security measures and maintaining documentation for IT processes and infrastructure.

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Windows Server AdministrationActive Directory ManagementMicrosoft 365 AdministrationPowerShell ScriptingNetwork Fundamentals

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Hard Skills

Server VirtualizationEndpoint ManagementPatchingTroubleshootingIncident ManagementChange ManagementDisaster-Recovery TechnologiesSQL QueriesVulnerability RemediationGroup Policy

Soft Skills

Customer-Focused SupportTechnical GuidanceCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Exchange OnlineEntra IDHyper-VVMwareFirewallsVPNsStorage Area NetworksBackup PlatformsManaged Service Providers

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft CertificationsCompTIA CertificationsCisco CertificationsFortinet CertificationsVMware Certifications

Industry Keywords

IT SupportHelp DeskDesktop SupportSystems SupportCorporate EnvironmentTechnology RisksChange-Control ProceduresSystem AvailabilityPerformance MonitoringUser Accounts Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidCyber SecurityDNSFirewallsiOSMacOSSQLSwitchingTCP/IPVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and maintain servers, virtualization platforms, storage, backups, and related infrastructure
Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, user accounts, permissions, and multifactor authentication
Monitor system availability, performance, capacity, security alerts, and scheduled processes
Perform system patching, upgrades, configuration changes, and routine maintenance using established change-control procedures
Support network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, and VPN connections
Troubleshoot system, application, authentication, and network issues, escalating when necessary
Maintain infrastructure documentation, recovery procedures, system inventories, and configuration records
Participate in disaster-recovery testing, security initiatives, and infrastructure projects
Work occasional non-business hours as required for maintenance windows, project activities, or urgent business needs
Provide timely technical support for workstation, software, printing, connectivity, and access-related issues
Install, configure, maintain, and replace employee computers, peripherals, and approved software
Manage employee onboarding, offboarding, account changes, equipment assignments, and access requests
Investigate and resolve escalated helpdesk incidents while keeping users informed of status and resolution
Create and maintain user-facing documentation and provide basic technology guidance and training
Deliver professional, responsive, and customer-focused support to employees at all levels
Identify technology risks, recommend practical solutions, and escalate matters that could materially affect security, availability, or business operations
Follow established controls and ensure system changes are documented, tested, approved, and recoverable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field required
Three to five years of progressive help desk, desktop support, systems support, or end-user technology experience in a corporate environment
Windows Server and Active Directory administration, including Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file services
Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Entra ID, and multifactor authentication
Server virtualization, enterprise storage, backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery technologies
Network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networking
Endpoint management, patching, endpoint security, and vulnerability remediation
Strong PowerShell scripting skills; working knowledge of SQL queries and related administration tools is preferred
Monitoring, alerting, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, incident management, and change management
Preferred certifications include Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, Fortinet, VMware, or similar industry certifications
Experience with Hyper-V or VMware, storage area networks, Microsoft 365 administration, enterprise backup platforms, and firewall administration
Experience supporting Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and other endpoint platforms
Experience working with managed service providers and third-party technology vendors
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
Ability to lift and move technology equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to access server rooms, equipment racks, wiring areas, and employee workspaces
Availability for scheduled after-hours maintenance and urgent production support when necessary