IT SYSTEMS & SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR

YGS GROUP; York (York County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The YGS Group is seeking an experienced IT Systems & Security Administrator who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, securing enterprise environments, and delivering exceptional technology support.

This hands-on role administers Windows and Linux servers, manages Microsoft 365 and Azure, implements identity management and security controls, and supports virtualization, storage, backups, and disaster recovery across the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems administration, network administration, infrastructure support, cybersecurity, or related technical roles.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory, and enterprise cloud services.
• Configure and maintain identity management, Group Policy, MFA, Conditional Access, and access controls.
• Support virtualization, storage, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Maintain system documentation, inventories, and configuration records.
• Monitor and investigate security alerts.
• Support endpoint detection and response (EDR), email security, antivirus, and cloud security platforms.
• Participate in incident response and recovery activities.
• Coordinate vulnerability remediation and patch management.
• Assist with firewall, VPN, network security, and privileged access administration.
• Support phishing investigations and security awareness initiatives.
• Troubleshoot connectivity across multiple business locations.
• Assist with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud resource management.
• Support Teams Phone, SharePoint, Exchange Online, and collaboration platforms.
• Provide advanced technical support for escalated issues.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and technology implementations.
• Maintain IT asset inventories, software licensing, and purchasing records.
• Collaborate with vendors, MSPs, and internal teams.
• Participate in on-call rotation and outages.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Customer service

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in IT / Cybersecurity / CS

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

VMware

Veeam

Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange Online

Fortinet

CrowdStrike

Cloudflare

Duo

Automox

Egnyte

PowerShell

Job description

Technology is the backbone of everything we do.

The YGS Group is looking for an experienced IT Systems & Security Administrator who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, securing enterprise environments, and delivering exceptional technology support.

This is a hands-on technical position responsible for maintaining and protecting our enterprise infrastructure, including servers, cloud services, Microsoft 365, cybersecurity platforms, networking, virtualization, identity management, and business applications. You’ll work alongside an experienced IT team to ensure reliable, secure, and resilient technology operations across our organization.

If you’re passionate about systems administration, cybersecurity, continuous improvement, and building secure technology environments, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As a member of our Information Technology team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Design and support modern enterprise technologies.
• Protect critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats.
• Work with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, VMware, enterprise security platforms, and cloud technologies.
• Participate in infrastructure modernization and automation initiatives.
• Contribute to security compliance, SOC 2 controls, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with experienced IT professionals across multiple business units.
• Build solutions that directly impact business operations and customer success.

What You’ll Do

As our IT Systems & Security Administrator, you will be responsible for:

Infrastructure Administration

• Administer Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory, and enterprise cloud services.
• Configure and maintain identity management, Group Policy, MFA, Conditional Access, and access controls.
• Support virtualization, storage, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Maintain system documentation, inventories, and configuration records.

Cybersecurity

• Monitor and investigate security alerts.
• Support endpoint detection and response (EDR), email security, antivirus, and cloud security platforms.
• Participate in incident response and recovery activities.
• Coordinate vulnerability remediation and patch management.
• Assist with firewall, VPN, network security, and privileged access administration.
• Support phishing investigations and security awareness initiatives.

Networking & Cloud

• Support enterprise networking including switches, VLANs, wireless, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Troubleshoot connectivity across multiple business locations.
• Assist with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud resource management.
• Support Teams Phone, SharePoint, Exchange Online, and collaboration platforms.

Operations & Support

• Provide advanced technical support for escalated issues.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and technology implementations.
• Maintain IT asset inventories, software licensing, and purchasing records.
• Collaborate closely with vendors, managed service providers, and internal business teams.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and assist during critical outages or security incidents.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will bring:

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems administration, network administration, infrastructure support, cybersecurity, or related technical roles
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
• Microsoft
• Cisco
• Fortinet
• VMware
• Veeam

Equivalent education, certifications, and relevant professional experience will also be considered.

Preferred Technical Experience

Experience supporting or administering technologies such as:

• Microsoft 365
• Windows Server
• VMware
• Veeam
• Active Directory
• Microsoft Exchange Online
• Fortinet
• CrowdStrike
• Cloudflare
• Duo
• Automox
• Egnyte
• PowerShell
• Enterprise networking technologies
• Security monitoring platforms

Experience with comparable enterprise technologies is welcomed.

What Makes You Successful

You are someone who:

• Think critically under pressure.
• Enjoys solving complex technical problems.
• Documents work thoroughly.
• Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrate integrity and accountability.
• Works independently while collaborating across teams.
• Has a continuous learning mindset?
• Stays current with cybersecurity trends and emerging technologies.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Work at a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Travel between company locations is needed.
• Respond to after-hours outages and security incidents.
• Safely inspect and install technology equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The YGS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and free from discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should notify Human Resources.

At-will Employment

Employment with The YGS Group is at will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause, subject to applicable law.

Drug Free Workplace

The YGS Group maintains a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment and post-offer screenings are required where permitted by law and consistent with business necessity.