Remote Systems & Cloud Admin — Ownership & Azure

Openkrill; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Job summary

Openkrill is seeking a Systems and Network Administrator to own extensive infrastructure—servers, networking, cloud, security, and direct client relationships. The role emphasizes hands-on Windows and Linux administration, Microsoft 365 and Azure, and proactive management using RMM tools.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems and network administration, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication for client-facing work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS/IT or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems and network administration.
• Strong depth in Windows Server and Linux, with solid networking fundamentals.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Hands-on Microsoft 365 and Azure administration experience.
• MSP or multi-client support experience is a plus, but not required.
• Certifications like CCNA, MCSE, or CompTIA Network+ are bonus rather than a requirement.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep client network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless) running securely.
• Own Windows and Linux server administration end-to-end — installations, updates, patching, tuning.
• Be the go-to for Microsoft 365 and Azure administration across licensing, Identity, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and Purview.
• Use modern RMM tooling to stay ahead of issues before they become incidents.
• Build and maintain the security and compliance posture that protects client data.
• Own backup and disaster recovery planning and validation.
• Document processes and provide clear reporting to teams and clients.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

Networking fundamentals

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Microsoft 365 / Azure administration

MSP or multi-client support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365

Azure

Job description

Openkrill is seeking a Systems and Network Administrator to own extensive infrastructure—servers, networking, cloud, security, and direct client relationships. The role emphasizes hands-on Windows and Linux administration, Microsoft 365 and Azure, and proactive management using RMM tools.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems and network administration, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication for client-facing work.