Junior System Admin

Position: Jr System Admin Duration: 6 Months (CTH position) Location : Long Beach, CA 90815 – ONSITE Key Responsibilities: Azure Administration: Assist with the deployment, management, and monitoring of Azure cloud resources, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and more. Azure Active Directory (Azure AD): Support the management of user accounts, group policies, identity synchronization, and security configurations within Azure AD. System Maintenance & Support: Perform regular system updates, patches, and maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of servers, workstations, and network devices. Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Provide technical support for end-users by troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues, ensuring timely resolution. Automation & Scripting: Assist in scripting and automating routine administrative tasks using PowerShell or other relevant tools. Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides. Collaboration: Work closely with senior system administrators and IT staff to help deploy new technologies and improve the efficiency of existing systems and services. Security & Compliance: Help implement and monitor security practices across systems to ensure data protection and compliance with industry standards. Qualifications: Prior experience in a service desk or IT support role, with a basic understanding of system administration. Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server and client operating systems (Windows 10/11). Basic experience with Azure services, particularly Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Azure virtual machines, and other cloud resources. Understanding of basic networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs). Exposure to Microsoft 365 or Office 365 environments is a plus. Experience with Microsoft Intune and Vonage Communication Skills: Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical users and work well in a team environment. Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve system and network issues. Learning & Development: A desire to learn and grow in the field of system administration, with a focus on cloud technologies like Azure. Certifications (Preferred): Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Network, or similar certifications are a plus but not required