Systems Admin/IT Solutions Engineer 2

LBMC Technology Solutions iscurrently seeking aSystems Admin-IT Systems Engineerto add to the team. Qualified candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. The right person for this role mustthrive in a rapidly changing environment, while maintaining a busy workload. Candidates should have technical experience with Microsoft Office 365, Entra ID, Microsoft Azure server management, Active Directory administration, Windows Server administration and networking. The preference is for the individual to be local to middle Tennessee. There will be some local travel, along with remote work This individual's principal goals are to provide direction and support regarding IT solutions that enhance the business operations of our customers and to ensure the optimum level of customer service in support of LBMC's Core Purpose and Values. This role will work closely with decision makers internally and externally to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support technology solutions for our clients. Specific Duties include the following: Enhances staff accomplishments and competence by assuming responsibilities as follows. Establishes solid working relationships with clients to establish engagement expectations and assess needs. Plans service objectives by determining requirements; defining, assembling, and scheduling required service resources; confirming costs; defining service measurements. Resolves issues by obtaining and coordinating reaction among service areas Identifies the most effective means of meeting engagement objectives, including the use of technology and the right mix of procedures and personnel Monitors engagement process, providing corrective action as necessary and promptly identifying changes in engagement scope. Ensures engagement work product is neat and well organized. Strives to complete engagements timely, within budget and with acceptable realization. Demonstrates excellent communication skills in expressing opinions, teaching, coaching with team members and clients. Possess excellent troubleshooting techniques as they relate to the functional area of expertise. Maintains excellent working relationships with other personnel throughout the firm. Provide day to day technology support to our clients and Staff Engineers. When necessary, work with team members to develop specifications and/or requirements for customized hardware and software solutions. Develop and review project plans and ensure they comply with stated goals, guidelines, and objectives of the customer. Work with project managers to define and communicate project milestones, service level agreements, and resource allocation to department leads, support staff, and end users. Strive for profitable engagements across the circle of services by managing time wisely. Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization's executives, department heads, customers and peers regarding pertinent activities. Increase revenue by recommending new and additional services to clients when appropriate. Provides ongoing mentorship and guidance to junior team members. Works heavily in project deployments and project planning, ensuring successful and consistent implementations. Creates and maintains thorough and updated standards documentation and checklists. Work with Microsoft server and application solutions Implement and troubleshoot on premise networking (wired and wireless) solutions Deploy and troubleshoot security and firewall-based solutions Design, migrate and troubleshoot cloud-based solutions Implement and support backup solutions; on premise and cloud based ?Deploy and support various applications, as needed by clients Required Certifications, Training, Skills, Specific Knowledge and/or Experience Has obtained at least one Microsoft certification and/or a minimum of 5 years of experience in the area of expertise. Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, or other relevant role-based certifications 5+ years of administration/engineer of experience Experience with Microsoft 365 migrations is preferred Experience with Network/Switching is preferred Windows Server/Active Directory Amazon Web Services experience is a plus. Microsoft Azure experience is a plus SharePoint Online experience is a plus Microsoft, networking, and security certifications are a plus Mac skills are desired Experience with Windows deployment and support Experience with end user support Attention to detail and strong time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Other Requirements Conducts himself/herself in a manner which upholds the Core Values of the firm and the image of the profession. Makes other members of the firm proud to be associated with him/her. Supports and offers assistance to other managers and peers. Is willing to help others. Develops the personal/lifelong traits of: teamwork, great attitude, self confidence, integrity, image, and good business judgment. Continues to update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining certifications in technical areas as directed by your supervisors. An area of expertise may be designated by the Network Engineering Manager or Partner. Has good balance between work and personal time management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.