Senior Systems Administrator

Safran; Redmond; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to own and manage the organization’s IT infrastructure, focusing on design, implementation, maintenance, and security of complex systems. This senior role includes project leadership, mentoring, and resolving advanced technical issues.

Key responsibilities include system and network management, performance optimization, security compliance, and cloud migrations to AWS/Azure, with an emphasis on backups and disaster recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field; extensive experience may substitute.
• 5–10 years of professional systems administration experience in complex IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and network devices (routers, firewalls).
• Manage operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix) and applications.
• Monitor performance and apply upgrades, patches for availability and capacity.
• Ensure security controls, firewalls, and data protection measures.
• Lead IT projects, upgrades, and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure).
• Design and test backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Automate routine tasks with scripting (PowerShell, Python) and document policies.
• Mentor junior IT staff and lead technical initiatives.

Skills

Windows Server

VMware

Networking

AWS

Azure

SAN/NAS management

Linux

PowerShell

Python

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

VMware

AWS

Azure

SAN/NAS management

Job description

Senior Systems Administrator

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

Reference number

2026-172815

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

IT - Tool / system / telecom network administrator

Job title

Senior Systems Administrator

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the organization's entire IT infrastructure, focusing on the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of complex systems. This is a senior-level position that often involves project leadership, mentoring junior staff, and resolving the most complex technical issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• System and Network Management: Install, configure, and maintain servers, network devices (routers, firewalls), operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix), and software applications.
• Performance and Optimization: Monitor system performance, analyze data, and implement enhancements, upgrades, and patches to ensure optimal performance, availability, and capacity.
• Security and Compliance: Implement, and monitor security protocols, including access controls, firewalls, and data protection measures, to safeguard the organization's data and systems.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues, often serving as an escalation point for junior IT staff or internal customers of IT.
• Project Management: Lead or serve as a subject matter expert on IT projects, such as system upgrades, migrations to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and new system deployments.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Design and implement robust backup and recovery procedures and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Automation and Documentation: Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Leadership and Mentoring: Supervise, train, and mentor junior IT staff members, promoting professional development and effective teamwork.

Candidate skills & requirements

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required. However, extensive experience may be a substitute in certain situations.
• Experience: 5-10 years of professional systems administration experience is a prerequisite, with a proven track record of managing complex IT environments.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency in various operating systems (Windows Server, Windows, Linux).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware Specifically).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS and Azure at a minimum).
• Experience with the deployment and maintenance of storage systems (SAN, NAS) both Fiber Channel and iSCSI is required.
• Some experience with database administration tasks is a required.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with technical and non-technical staff.
• Leadership and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Annual salary

$90K-$120K

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Washington

City (-ies)

18225 NE 76th St WA - 98052 Redmond

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes