Senior System Administrator

Company

Description:

Pathstone is a growing wealth management firm serving ultra‑high net worth families, single family offices, foundations, and endowments. We are united by a clear purpose: to help clients pursue their Preferred Life — with clarity, confidence, and long‑term support across the full landscape of wealth and well‑being.

Our services include investment advisory, as well as integrated planning and coordination across key areas such as tax strategy, risk management guidance, wealth and estate planning support, philanthropic planning, and family governance — helping clients navigate complexity and make informed decisions aligned with their goals.

With more than 20 office locations and over $100 billion in client assets under management, advisory, administration, and related services, Pathstone has expanded significantly over the past five years, reflecting sustained momentum and continued investment in our team and platform.

Pathstone is committed to making a meaningful difference for clients and their families, while fostering a supportive, purpose‑driven environment for our professionals. Team members are encouraged to pursue their interests and contribute to the firm’s culture through committees and initiatives that help shape our shared mission.

Our people are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive, flexible benefits program designed to support life both inside and outside of work. Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, flexible spending options, flexible PTO, life insurance, education support, a 401(k) plan, parental leave, and more.

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Administrator to oversee and manage our organization’s server and network infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and security platforms including Crowd Strike and Microsoft Defender. The ideal candidate will also have experience with identity and access management tools such as Okta and cloud security platforms like Netskope.

This position involves project oversight, cross‑functional collaboration, and proactive system management to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability.

• Server & Network Administration
  • Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers, virtualization platforms, and network infrastructure.
  • Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability of services.
• Cloud & Collaboration Platforms
  • Administer and optimize Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Support and maintain Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Teams.
• Security Operations
  • Implement and manage endpoint protection using Crowd Strike and Microsoft Defender.
  • Collaborate with the security team to monitor threats and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Identity & Access Management
  • Administer Okta for SSO and identity lifecycle management.
  • Integrate and manage Netskope for cloud security and data protection.
• Project Oversight
  • Lead or support IT infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Documentation & Support
  • Create and maintain system documentation, procedures, and configurations.
  • Provide Tier 3 support and mentorship to junior administrators and service desk staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in system administration with a focus on enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in network administration Microsoft Azure, M365, Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Hands‑on experience with Crowd Strike, Microsoft Defender, Okta, and Netskope.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, firewalls, VPNs, and DNS.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Preferred certifications:
  • Microsoft 365 Certified:
    Administrator Expert
  • Okta Certified Professional
  • Crowd Strike Certified Falcon Administrator
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

Pathstone’s expected starting base compensation range for the position as of the time of this posting is $110,000 – $125,000 per year. The actual base compensation selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including (but not limited to) experience, education, specialty and training. The successful candidate(s) may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus award.

Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for the position offered. Accordingly, we are unable to hire individuals who require, or will require, employment visa sponsorship either now or in the future.

Pathstone is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.