System Administrator

Tech Start Up; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech start-up is seeking a skilled System Administrator to manage and enhance its IT infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will oversee identity and access management, ensuring security compliance while supporting a dynamic team. Your expertise in both Apple and Windows environments will be crucial as you provide technical oversight and user support. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing company in Chicago, IL, where your efforts will directly impact operational efficiency and team success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Administration or related roles.
• Experience managing teams in a tech startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, ensuring security and efficiency.
• Provide escalation-level support for Mac and Windows environments.

Skills

Systems Administration

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

User Support

Networking

Technical Oversight

Education

Degree in IT

Degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

Job Description: System Administrator

Join our team as a System Administrator, where you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our IT infrastructure, supporting our team, and ensuring the security and efficiency of our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Identity & Access Management: Own and improve our Single Sign-On (SSO) configuration and provisioning processes. Manage and evolve our Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems to meet security and compliance needs. Collaborate on IT policy development and CISM-related practices.
2. Infrastructure & Networking: Manage office network equipment including switches, firewalls, access points, and physical wiring to ensure stable and secure connectivity. Ensure network performance, access control, and device health are optimal. Implement and maintain local servers and cloud-based infrastructure to meet operational and scalability needs.
3. User Support & Systems Operations: Provide escalation-level support and technical oversight for Mac and Windows environments, partnering with a junior support technician. Own the tooling, process design, and standards for IT support operations. Diagnose and resolve high-priority or complex issues. Maintain and optimize onboarding/offboarding workflows, including hardware, licensing, and access management.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Administration or related roles.
• Experience managing teams.
• Degree in IT, Computer Science/Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field (highly preferred).
• Experience working at a tech startup or digital product company is ideal.
• Proficiency with both Apple and Windows operating systems.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time position at the mid-senior level, based in Chicago, IL. The salary range is approximately $120,000 to $140,000 per year, depending on skills and experience.