Senior Help Desk Engineer
PJ Networks LLC
- Location
- Hybrid (Charlottesville, VA)
- Compensation
- $65k - $75k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the role
PJ Networks is a Managed Services Provider seeking a Senior Help Desk Engineer to serve as a Tier 2/3 escalation point for complex technical issues. The role involves remotely monitoring and supporting client infrastructure, including servers and networks, while improving proactive support systems and documentation.
Skills
Windows Server
Active Directory
Group Policy
DNS
DHCP
Hyper-V
VMware
Microsoft 365
RMM
PSA
Firewalls
Network Infrastructure
Backup And Disaster Recovery
Endpoint Protection
PowerShell
Technical Documentation
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
Perks
- Hybrid Work
Full job details
Benefits:
- Retirement Plan
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Job Summary
PJ Networks is a Managed Services Provider (MSP) looking for an experienced Help Desk Engineer to join our support team as a Tier 2/3 escalation point. You'll be responsible for remotely monitoring, managing, and supporting client infrastructure — including servers, hypervisors, and workstations — while serving as the go-to resource when front-line technicians need backup on complex issues.
This isn't a "reboot and close the ticket" role. You'll be working across multiple client environments, managing and improving our remote monitoring systems, supporting security policies, and helping shape how we deliver reliable, proactive IT support. You'll work closely with our help desk team, field engineers, and dispatch to ensure every client receives fast, knowledgeable service.
If you enjoy digging into complex problems, improving systems and processes, and being the person the team turns to when they're stuck — this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
Remote Monitoring & Management
- Utilize existing RMM tools to monitor client hardware, software, and network health across multiple environments
- Remotely manage, support, and update servers, hypervisors, and workstations
- Create new systems and methods of monitoring as needed to improve proactive support and reduce client downtime
- Respond to and triage monitoring alerts, identifying and resolving issues before they impact client operations
- Maintain and update documentation for client systems, configurations, and procedures
Escalation Support
- Serve as the Tier 2/3 escalation point for front-line help desk engineers when issues exceed their scope
- Provide technical assistance over the phone and remotely for clients with complex hardware or software problems
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, networking, and line-of-business applications
- Collaborate with the team to ensure timely resolution and clear communication on escalated issues
Qualifications
Required:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or a similar role
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (2016–2025)
- Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
- Experience managing hypervisors (Hyper-V and/or VMware)
- Experience administering and troubleshooting Microsoft 365 tenants and services
- Excellent communication skills — you can explain technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred:
- Previous MSP or IT consulting experience strongly preferred
- Experience with RMM platforms and PSA tools
- Experience with firewalls and/or network infrastructure management
- Experience with backup and disaster recovery platforms
- Experience with endpoint protection platforms
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Conditional Access policies
- Current industry certifications (CompTIA Network+, Security+, Microsoft certifications, or similar)
- Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
- Experience developing SOPs and technical documentation
Schedule: Monday – Friday. This is primarily a remote support role based out of our Charlottesville office. Average work week is 40–45 hours. Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PJ Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
About Us
About Us
PJ Networks has been providing professional IT support to small and medium-sized businesses in Central Virginia since 2005. We deliver managed IT services, cloud solutions, on-site and remote support, and strategic technology consulting. Our mission is to enhance the value and success of our clients' businesses by providing superior, client-focused IT services and solutions.
We're a small, collaborative, and dedicated team that takes pride in building long-term relationships with our clients. If you like variety, enjoy being part of something bigger than just your job title, and want to work with people who genuinely care about doing good work — you'll fit right in.