Systems Administrator

Kestra Financial; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kestra Financial is seeking a Systems Administrator to drive IT operations, integrations with Kestra firms, and technology strategy in a fast-paced environment. You will troubleshoot infrastructure issues, manage Office 365, Azure AD, Intune, and Windows Server deployments, and support secure, scalable systems.

The role requires hands-on administration, strong communication across stakeholders, and a willingness to learn new technologies. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Direct experience managing Azure AD and Intune/Endpoint Manager.
• Experience deploying Windows Autopilot is a plus.
• Experience with SSL certificates and Exchange Online migration is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication across an enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technology initiatives and progress to managers and executives.
• Administer Intune and Endpoint Manager for Windows and mobile devices.
• Manage and Administer Azure AD accounts.
• Responsible for the proper functionality of systems including but not limited to email hosting, servers, and internal network.
• Assist in administering call flows and call routing.
• Support Tier 1 and 2 technicians in troubleshooting system related issues.
• On-boarding and off-boarding IT process for employees.
• Recommend improvements to existing systems and new technologies.
• Documentation and record keeping of current in production system’s technology.
• Hands-on with installing network cabling, equipment and ongoing support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service mindset

Willingness to learn new technologies

Tools

Office 365 administration

Azure AD

Intune / Endpoint Manager

Windows Autopilot

Exchange Online migration

SSL certificates management

Windows Server administration

Job description

Encino Building #2, 5707 Southwest Parkway, Austin, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Kestra Financial is a wealth management platform dedicated to empowering independent financial professionals—including traditional and hybrid RIAs—to grow their businesses and deliver exceptional client service. We combine advanced business management technology with personalized consulting to provide unmatched scale, efficiency, and support. Our advisor-focused culture is built on innovation and advocacy, enabling advisors to offer comprehensive securities and investment advisory solutions to their clients

Lead with Purpose. Partner with Impact.

The Systems Administrator will report to the Head of Shared Service Infrastructure. This will be a hands-on technical position driving success of IT operations and integrations with Kestra firms. The successful candidate will have solid experience troubleshooting and diagnosing a variety of infrastructure issues within a fast-paced environment, as well as assisting with the direction of overall technology strategy, and contributing positively to open communications and collaboration within the infrastructure team, technology department and organization.

What you’ll Do:

• Demonstrate technology initiatives and progress to managers and executives.
• Administer Intune and Endpoint Manager for Windows and mobile devices.
• Manage and Administer Azure AD accounts.
• Responsible for the proper functionality of systems including but not limited to email hosting, servers, and internal network.
• Assist in administering call flows and call routing.
• Support Tier 1 and 2 technicians in troubleshooting system related issues.
• On-boarding and off-boarding IT process for employees.
• Recommend improvements to existing systems and new technologies.
• Documentation and record keeping of current in production system’s technology.
• Hands-on with installing network cabling, equipment and ongoing support.

What You Bring:

• Direct experience as an account administrator for Office 365.
• Direct experience managing and troubleshooting Azure AD and Intune/Endpoint Manager.
• Experience deploying and administering Windows Autopilot a plus.
• Managing SSL certificates.
• Email hosting and troubleshooting (spam filtering, dkim, spf) - direct experience migrating mailboxes to Exchange Online (O365) a plus.
• Configuring and supporting Windows Servers in a production environment.
• Strong communication skills and experience detailing technology initiatives to multiple stakeholders throughout an enterprise.
• A grasp of industry best practices about backups, network security, patch management, monitoring, documentation, etc.
• A strong customer service presence, and an unwavering commitment to quality of service and follow-through.
• An ability, willingness, and desire to learn and embrace new, unfamiliar and/or emerging technologies which may best address changing business needs.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Internal Application Policy:

Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.

Benefits to support you:

• Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide)
• 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence
• Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence
• Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm

Kestra Values:

Our Mission is Powering Financial Independence, enabling the growth and success of investing clients and the advisors who serve them. We do that by living our values: Serve, Make it Happen, and One team.

Disclosure

• You acknowledge that if hired, Kestra Financial, Inc. may, obtain and use background information concerning your credit, character, general reputation, personal characteristics, work habits, performance and experience for evaluation for your potential employment.
• It is the policy of Kestra Financial to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kestra Financial prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Encino Building #2, 5707 Southwest Parkway, Austin, Texas, United States of America