System Administrator

The Phoenix Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and recruiting is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator with extensive experience in managing Apple ecosystems. The role involves ensuring system performance, compliance, and user satisfaction while automating tasks and upholding security protocols. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in macOS, JAMF Pro, and identity management systems, and will work within a dynamic team to support a growing workforce.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a systems engineering role with a focus on Apple platforms.
• Hands-on experience with macOS administration in enterprise settings.
• Experience with JAMF Pro, including configuration profiles and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for all macOS-based systems.
• Administer Okta for identity lifecycle management and security policy enforcement.
• Configure JAMF Pro to automate device provisioning and compliance.

Skills

macOS administration

identity and access management

JAMF Pro

scripting

automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Okta

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Apple Business Manager

Job description

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

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Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Systems Admin with deep experience in Apple ecosystem support, identity and access management, and enterprise device management. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical leader skilled in managing macOS environments, leveraging JAMF for endpoint management, and administering authentication platforms such as Okta. This individual will play a key role in designing, maintaining, and scaling secure, user-friendly infrastructure to support our growing workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical lead for all macOS-based systems, ensuring performance, compliance, and user experience are optimized
• Administer and manage Okta for identity lifecycle management, SSO integration, MFA configuration, and security policy enforcement
• Configure and maintain JAMF Pro to automate device provisioning, patching, and compliance across Apple endpoints
• Partner with InfoSec and IT teams to implement best practices around endpoint security, user authentication, and asset control
• Provide Tier 3 support for escalated technical issues related to macOS devices and enterprise authentication tools
• Monitor system performance and lead efforts in automation, scripting, and optimization
• Collaborate on system upgrades, integrations, and rollouts across distributed environments
• Document processes, build playbooks, and support knowledge sharing within the engineering team
• Stay current with trends and developments in Apple device management and identity platforms

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a systems engineering or IT infrastructure role, with a focus on Apple platforms
• Proven hands-on experience with macOS administration in enterprise settings
• Expertise with JAMF Pro, including configuration profiles, policies, Apple DEP, and zero-touch deployment
• Strong working knowledge of Okta or similar identity providers, including integration and user provisioning
• Proficient in scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation of system tasks
• Familiarity with enterprise security tools, MDM best practices, and compliance frameworks
• Experience with cloud-based tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or Zoom is a plus
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Apple Business Manager and Apple School Manager
• Exposure to endpoint protection platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, etc.
• Previous work in a hybrid or remote-first company environment
• Certifications: JAMF Certified Tech/Admin, Okta Certified Professional, or Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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Medical insurance

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