Mid-Level Systems & Network Administrator / Windows / Cisco / Onsite in Lancaster SC

This organization, a well-established player in manufacturing and enterprise operations, is seeking a Mid-Level Systems & Network Administrator to join its team in Lancaster, South Carolina (onsite, 5 days/week)-just 30 minutes outside of Charlotte. This role is ideal for someone with a strong blend of systems and networking experience who enjoys working in a hands-on, infrastructure-focused environment. The organization is undergoing key infrastructure initiatives including virtualization and identity management transformations, making this an exciting time to join.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years of professional IT experience in systems administration and/or infrastructure support
• Hands-on experience working with Windows Server environments and enterprise systems (not just account provisioning or helpdesk tasks)
• Foundational networking knowledge (LAN/WAN, switches, routing basics) and ability to support network health alongside systems
• Experience monitoring server and network performance and troubleshooting infrastructure issues
• Familiarity with server patching processes and automation tools (e.g., NinjaOne or similar)
• Exposure to virtualization technologies such as VMware or Nutanix
• Understanding of Identity & Access Management (IAM) concepts and tools
• Associate's degree required

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience supporting or implementing Nutanix environments
• Exposure to IAM tools such as Ping or alternatives
• Experience working in environments with separate helpdesk/support tiers
• Strong troubleshooting skills across both infrastructure and networking layers
• Ability to manage multiple projects and proactively improve system performance
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a small team environment

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

• 50% Systems Administration (servers, virtualization, patching, system performance)
• 30% Networking Support (assisting network operations, monitoring network health)
• 20% Infrastructure Projects (IAM transition, virtualization migration, automation)

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Monitoring system and network health; responding to performance issues
• 30% Supporting and maintaining server infrastructure, including patching and updates
• 20% Project work (Nutanix migration, IAM tooling changes, process improvements)
• 10% Escalated support issues (limited ticket-based work)

The Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure modernization projects
• Exposure to enterprise tools and systems transformations
• Collaborative team environment with strong growth potential
• Standard benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and PTO