Systems Administrator // Second Shift

An IT consulting company based in Royersford, PA is seeking a Level 2 Systems Engineer to join their team on the second shift (3:00 PM – 12:00 AM ET). In this client-facing role, you will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing IT infrastructure solutions for a wide range of clients across various industries.

You will work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure systems remain secure, stable, and optimized—whether on-premises or in the cloud. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a dynamic, service-oriented environment and enjoys solving complex technical issues with professionalism and efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in systems engineering or administration, preferably within an IT consulting or managed services environment

• Proven success in client-facing technical support roles with strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

• Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)

• Experience managing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

• Strong scripting and automation abilities using PowerShell, Python, or Ansible

• Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs)

• Experience with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning

• Working knowledge of IT security best practices and compliance standards

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently during non-standard business hours

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting multiple client environments in a managed services or consulting capacity

• Familiarity with database management and system backup/restore procedures

• Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Experience implementing disaster recovery and high-availability solutions

• Exposure to ticketing systems and ITIL-based support processes

What You Will Be Doing

• Providing second-level technical support and incident resolution for client infrastructure issues during the second shift

• Assisting with system design, deployment, and optimization for client environments (on-premises and cloud-based)

• Performing routine maintenance, updates, and patch management

• Automating system configurations and monitoring processes to improve efficiency and reliability

• Collaborating with senior engineers and project teams on infrastructure projects and escalations

• Ensuring systems meet client security, compliance, and performance requirements

Tech Breakdown

• 60% Systems Administration and Infrastructure Support

• 30% Cloud Solutions and Automation

• 10% Client Interaction and Escalation Support

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Incident response, troubleshooting, and client support

• 30% System maintenance, updates, and optimization

• 20% Automation, scripting, and process improvement

• 10% Collaboration with project and escalation teams

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 401(k) with matching options

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training

• Bonus opportunities and employee referral programs

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.