Location: Appleton Area, WI (Hybrid/Flexible)
Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 Overview

Our client, a well-established organization within the manufacturing and supply chain industry, is seeking a Systems Administrator to join its collaborative IT infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional who enjoys a mix of day-to-day operational support and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

This hybrid position offers flexibility, with onsite presence typically required once per week at a facility in the Appleton area.

• Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, virtualization platforms, and endpoint management solutions.

• Support ongoing infrastructure modernization efforts, including Microsoft Intune implementation, endpoint management improvements, virtualization enhancements, and network infrastructure upgrades.

• Provide hands-on support for servers, workstations, hardware, software, and core infrastructure while collaborating with external technology partners on network-related initiatives.

• Troubleshoot system, network, and end-user issues to ensure reliable and secure IT operations.

• Manage system patching, backups, documentation, and security best practices.

• Participate in infrastructure projects, technology upgrades, and occasional travel (approximately 3-4 times per year) to support remote locations and business initiatives.

• 3-5 years of Systems Administration experience in a Windows-based enterprise environment.

• Strong experience supporting:

  • Windows Server

  • Active Directory

  • Microsoft 365

  • Microsoft Azure

  • Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar)

• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including LAN/WAN environments, firewalls, and infrastructure troubleshooting.

• Experience implementing or administering Microsoft Intune.

• Familiarity with endpoint management and modern device administration.

• Experience supporting Citrix migrations or similar infrastructure modernization projects.

• Exposure to SD-WAN or enterprise networking improvements.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, team-oriented IT professional who enjoys working in a close-knit environment. Success in this role comes from being technically strong while also being approachable, adaptable, and willing to contribute wherever needed. Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a low-ego, team-first mindset are highly valued.

• Competitive salary ($80,000-$90,000)

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure modernization projects

• Stable, growing organization with a collaborative IT team

• Direct-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential