Senior Systems / Server Administrator (Level 3 - MSP/MSSP)

Grs Technology
Fairfax, United States of America
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 90K

Job location

Fairfax, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
VMware ESX Servers
Hyper-V
Windows Server
Virtualization Technology
Vcenter
Network Server
VMware

Job description

As a Senior Systems / Server Administrator, you will be part of our Senior Engineer or even our Cybersecurity & Compliance Teams - the group responsible for critical infrastructure, escalations, and advanced projects.

You will:

  • Serve as a Level 3 escalation resource
  • Own server, virtualization, and hybrid infrastructure environments
  • Lead and execute complex deployments and migrations
  • Act as a subject-matter expert (SME) across multiple client environments
  • Help set technical standards and best practices across the organization

This is not a "ticket grinder" role. This is a trusted engineer role.

What You'll Be Working With

MSP Tooling (Real-World Experience Required)

  • ConnectWise (ticketing / workflows)
  • RMM platforms such as:
  • NinjaOne
  • ConnectWise Automate
  • Similar enterprise-grade RMM tools
  • Datto (or equivalent) for server backups and recovery

Infrastructure & Platforms (You Must Be an SME)

  • Virtualization
  • VMware (ESXi, vCenter)
  • Hyper-V
  • Servers & Infrastructure
  • Windows Server (modern versions)
  • Infrastructure design and deployment
  • Storage, backup, and DR planning
  • Hybrid Environments
  • On-prem + cloud integrations
  • Active Directory + Entra ID
  • Microsoft 365
  • Admin portals (Commercial, GCC, GCC High experience a plus)
  • Identity, security, and tenant administration

You don't just "touch" these technologies - you own them.

What You'll Actually Do

  • Resolve complex escalations that Level 1-2 can't handle
  • Lead infrastructure projects from design to execution
  • Stabilize and modernize client environments
  • Serve as the senior technical authority on critical issues
  • Mentor other engineers (without being used as free labor)
  • Improve standards, documentation, and processes
  • Work with leadership as a technical voice, not just an implementer

Requirements

  • A true senior engineer, not just "tenured"
  • Calm, methodical, and confident under pressure
  • Someone other engineers come to for answers
  • Tired of being stuck in a reactive MSP culture
  • Looking for a place where your judgment is trusted

You don't need micromanagement. You need respect, autonomy, and purpose.

Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

  • Currently working (or recently worked) as a Level 3 engineer at an MSP/MSSP
  • Strong server and infrastructure background
  • VMware and/or Hyper-V SME
  • Experience with hybrid environments
  • Deep familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration
  • Comfortable owning responsibility - not just executing tasks
  • Strong communication and documentation habits

Nice to Have

  • GCC or GCC High exposure
  • Compliance / security-aware mindset
  • Automation and scripting experience
  • Leadership or mentoring experience

Why Engineers Come to GRS (And Stay)

  • You're treated like a professional
  • Your experience is respected
  • Your voice matters
  • You work alongside other senior engineers
  • You're not punished for caring about quality, * Bachelor's (Preferred), * Technical support: 4 years (Required)
  • Networking: 4 years (Required)
  • Customer service: 4 years (Required)
  • IT project management: 2 years (Preferred)

Benefits & conditions

Professional development assistance, 401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Employee discount, Vision insurance, Health savings account, * Fixing other engineers' mistakes

  • Leading projects without the title or credit
  • Burned out by ticket volume over quality
  • Treated as "replaceable" instead of respected

Then it's time.

GRS Technology Solutions is not that kind of MSP.

We are purpose-built for senior engineers who want quality, ownership, and respect - not chaos and churn.

Who We're Looking For (Read Carefully)

We are only looking for Senior / Level 3 engineers currently working at another MSP or MSSP.

If you're early-career, junior, or still learning the basics - this is not the role for you.

This role is for engineers who:

  • Are the escalation point at their MSP
  • Own infrastructure, not just tickets
  • Make architectural decisions
  • Get pulled into "because you're the only one who can fix it"
  • Are bored, stuck, or undervalued

If that sounds like you - keep reading.

What Makes GRS Different

Most MSPs say "people first." We actually mean it.

At GRS:

  • We value quality over quantity
  • We protect our engineers from constant fire drills
  • We build relationships, not ticket factories
  • We put employees first - always
  • Our clients trust our engineers, not scripts, * 401(k) with company matching
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Life insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development and certification assistance
  • Employee discounts

And something you won't find at most MSPs

  • Annual company retreats at resort destinations outside of the United States
  • We invest in our people. Once a year, the GRS team comes together at an international resort to disconnect, recharge, and build real relationships - because great teams aren't built in ticket queues., * 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

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