Network Systems Engineer

PJ Networks LLC

Network Systems Engineer

Charlottesville, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    PJ Networks is a successful and established managed technology services provider seeking an experienced Network Engineer to provide support for clients in Albemarle, Greene, and surrounding Counties. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining the design and integrity of our clients' business networks, including network security for hardware and software.

    Field Engineers are assigned a portfolio of clients and work closely with our RMM and help desk staff to ensure that our clients receive award-winning service. Candidates should not only enjoy technical problem solving, but working with clients to improve their technical operations and ultimately their business success.

    Engineers at PJ Networks are responsible for maintaining great relationships with our clients; good client management skills are a must.

    Benefits include paid vacation and sick time, health and dental insurance, and a retirement plan with an employer match of up to 3% with no vesting period.

    About PJ Networks

    Since 2005, PJ Networks has been providing professional IT support for business clients in Central Virginia. Our clients are mainly small to medium-sized businesses with diverse environments. We provide our clients with managed IT services, cloud solutions, on-site and remote support, and strategic technology consulting. Our mission is to enhance the value and success of our clients’ businesses by providing superior, client-focused IT services and solutions.

    Required/Preferred Work Experience

    Minimum of 5 years as a Network Systems Engineer or Network Administrator, or 3 years working for a Managed Services Provider

    Previous consulting or MSP experience is highly desirable

    Thorough knowledge of Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 with current Microsoft certifications or willingness to commit to obtaining one or more certification within one year of hire

    Experience with desktop/laptop computer support, including familiarity with all versions of Microsoft operating systems, including Windows 10 and 11

    Experience administering and troubleshooting Microsoft 365 tenants and services, and all supported versions of Microsoft Office, including Office 365

    Experience configuring and managing firewalls and switches, including setup of VLANs, NAT rules, VPN tunnels, etc.

    Experience with data backup and disaster recovery software

    Experience with Microsoft Azure, VMWare, Linux, VOIP phone systems, and Cisco hardware is a plus, but not required.

    A positive attitude, good communication skills and a team mentality are absolutely required. Candidate must be willing to commute to and from client sites (and have own, dependable transportation), as well as occasionally work after hours or weekends, as necessary. Average work week is about 45 hours. Company-provided vehicle will be an option after a 90-day probationary period.

    PJ Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.