Posted 19 days ago
Internal Systems Technician
LouisianaOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Manages internal service desk escalations, Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint lifecycle, and identity/directory services as a Tier 2 technical resource supporting operations across Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia.
About this role
The Internal Systems Technician serves as the technical backbone for internal operations, supporting team members across Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia. This role manages internal service desk escalations, maintains documentation and automation workflows, and oversees the technical onboarding and offboarding lifecycle. Acting as a core Tier 2 resource, the technician bridges day-to-day user support with systems administration—maintaining core Microsoft cloud infrastructure, diagnosing advanced endpoint and network issues, and driving continuous operational reliability.
Key Responsibilities
L2 Incident Escalation & Systems Support: Serve as the primary escalation point for internal service tickets via ConnectWise PSA. Conduct root-cause analysis on recurring technical faults, resolve complex application and OS crashes, and address advanced system issues:
- Identity & Directory Services: Manage hybrid identity synchronization, troubleshoot Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD Connect / Cloud Sync), and resolve complex on-prem Active Directory, DNS, and GPO conflicts.
- Microsoft 365 Administration: Troubleshoot advanced Exchange Online mail flow, transport rules, message trace diagnostics, shared mailbox delegation, and OneDrive/SharePoint access governance.
- Endpoint & Intune Management: Build, deploy, and remediate Windows endpoint configurations using Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager), including compliance policies, configuration profiles, BitLocker recovery, and Autopilot deployment.
- Network & Connectivity: Diagnose internal VLAN segmentation, switch port mappings, VPN client/gateway routing, firewall policies, and VoIP jitter/packet-loss issues.
- Advanced OS Remediation: Perform deep registry modifications, profile corruption fixes, driver-level debugging, and Windows Event Viewer log forensics.
Provisioning & Endpoint Lifecycle: Own end-to-end hardware/software deployment and decommissioning. Standardize zero-touch or light-touch imaging and configuration using Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, and immy.bot.
Internal Infrastructure & Collaboration Administration: Maintain internal collaboration structures, guest access controls, retention policies, and shared storage hierarchies across Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Online.
Security, Compliance & Access Hygiene: Enforce Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and least-privilege principles. Monitor identity security policies, Conditional Access rules, self-service password reset (SSPR), and endpoint defense platforms including DUO MFA, Huntress, and Avanan.
Automation & Scripting: Leverage PowerShell to automate recurring admin tasks, bulk user provisioning, license assignments, and tenant reporting. Partner with team leads to build workflows in Rewst, zofIQ, and Power Automate.
Documentation & Asset Governance: Maintain internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and infrastructure architecture diagrams in Hudu. Track hardware depreciation, lifecycle health, and Microsoft licensing tiers via Lifecycle Manager.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Experience: 2–4 years of progressive IT systems support or MSP experience handling Tier 2 ticket resolution and identity workflows.
- Microsoft Cloud & Identity Stack:
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Admin Center, Exchange Admin Center, and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Practical experience managing and enrolling devices through Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager.
- Familiarity with Conditional Access policies, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Office 365, and modern authentication frameworks.
- Working knowledge of hybrid directory structures (Active Directory + Entra ID synchronization).
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Admin Center, Exchange Admin Center, and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Scripting & Command Line: Practical ability to run and modify basic PowerShell scripts for M365 tenant management and client troubleshooting.
- Networking Fundamentals: Solid understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, DHCP reservations, DNS record management, VLAN routing, and IPsec/SSL VPNs.
- Platform & Tooling Ecosystem:
- Core & PSA/RMM: ConnectWise PSA/Manage, ConnectWise Automate/RMM, Auvik.
- Security & Provisioning: Huntress, Avanan/Check Point, DUO Security, immy.bot.
- Documentation & Automation: Hudu, Liongard, Lifecycle Manager, Rewst.
- Core & PSA/RMM: ConnectWise PSA/Manage, ConnectWise Automate/RMM, Auvik.
- Core Competencies: Analytical problem-solving mindset, methodical incident isolation skills, clear technical documentation habits, and polished communication when collaborating with cross-functional internal stakeholders.
- Preferred Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102), Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals (MS-900), CompTIA Network+, or CompTIA Security+.
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance.
Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
Growth & Culture: Professional development and training opportunities, career advancement pathways, and employee recognition programs.
Skills
Active DirectoryAvananAzure AD ConnectBitLockerCheck PointConditional AccessConnectWise PSADNSDuo SecurityEndpoint ManagerExchange OnlineGPOHUduHuntressImmyBotLifecycle ManagerLiongardMicrosoft Defender For EndpointMicrosoft Entra IDMicrosoft IntunePower AutomatePowerShellRBACRewstSSPRTCP/IPVLANVPNWindows AutopilotZofIQ
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