Systems Administrator

Be a part of CT's finest and best places to work! We are a thriving IT company experiencing rapid expansion and are proud to be listed among the Inc 5000's fastest-growing companies. Additionally, we have been honored as one of MSP's Top 501 and recognized as one of Marcum's Top Tech 40. Join us today!

Based in Middletown CT, Charles IT is a leading IT Managed Service Provider that supports over 200+ clients throughout the Northeast. Our growth since our inception in 2006 has sky-rocketed; all while keeping true to our mission of delivering exceptional customer service to our clients and an engaging, progressive work environment to our valued employees. A dog-friendly office, Friday lunches, epic company outings, and comprehensive benefit plans are just a few of the perks that have landed us on "CT's Best Places" to Work list for 6 years running. Who says IT can't be fun?!

About:

Systems Administrators at Charles IT primarily serve as field and escalation support to our clients while performing the job functions below

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Provide support and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues for end users
• Support of Microsoft-related technologies: Windows Server, Office 365/Exchange, SQL, SharePoint, etc.
• Support of virtual environments including VMware, and Hyper-V
• Support backup and disaster recovery solutions
• Configure, install, and support various network devices and services, including WAN and LAN connectivity, routers, firewalls, & security
• Effectively communicate with customers on ticket progress, impending changes, or agreed outages, etc.
• Document internal processes and procedures related to duties and responsibilities
• Maintain daily documentation by entering time, expenses, and all work as service tickets in ConnectWise

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience is preferred
• MCSA, VCP, CCNA certifications are a plus
• Experience with ConnectWise, Cisco, Meraki, Datto, VMware, and Office 365 platforms a plus.
• Superior communication skills required
• Ability to multi-task and function collaboratively as a member of a fast-paced, client-orientated team
• Enthusiastic and dedicated to the challenges of a growing company and client base
• Self-starter with the ability to perform independently with little or no supervision
• High level of organization; strong attention to detail

What we believe in at Charles IT: IT for humans by humans, building up our team through professional and personal development, an emphasis on work/life balance, and fostering a start-up-type environment founded upon a passion for our mission.

What you won't find here at Charles IT: boring workdays, stagnant growth, and tolerance for old-school corporate norms that detract from our client and employee experience.

We want to hear from you if you can see yourself contributing to this mission through your systems-focused skills and experience!

Benefits

Benefits: Charles IT offers a competitive benefits program including Health, Life, Disability, Paid Holidays, PTO, Dental, 401K. In addition, we offer free dry cleaning, a fully stocked break room, Friday lunches, team-building outings, professional development and so much more!

Charles IT does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be required.