System Administrator

People here stay because the work is meaningful, the culture is strong, and the problems are worth solving.

Location: This role is remote, but will require going into our local facility occasionally for equipment support.

Identity & Cloud: Google Workspace, AWS (IAM, EC2, S3, Cloud Watch), SSO / SAML / SCIM

Management & Security: Ninja One, Arctic Wolf, Meraki (LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPN)

Data & Apps: Snowflake, Looker, Click Up, Shopify, REST APIs

Automation: Python, Power Shell, Bash

• Own identity systems across Google Workspace, SSO, SAML, SCIM, and RBAC.
• Manage the full user lifecycle including onboarding, access changes, and offboarding.
• Design and enforce security policies including least-privilege, conditional access, and MFA.
• Translate business access requirements from non-technical stakeholders into secure, scalable configurations.

• Own Windows and macOS endpoint management using Ninja One as the central platform.
• Enforce device compliance standards, hardening policies, and full lifecycle management from procurement through decommissioning.
• Automate provisioning, patching, and software deployment through scripting and zero-touch enrollment.
• Improve device visibility, health monitoring, and automated remediation workflows.
• Design and maintain secure BYOD policies and conditional access controls.

• Build automation using Python, Power Shell, and Bash to reduce manual work and standardize IT operations.
• Design and maintain IT workflows, automations, permissions, and reporting across systems.
• Identify and implement AI tools that reduce manual IT effort — from ticket triage and workflow generation to predictive monitoring.
• Support internal teams in adopting AI tools effectively, safely, and at scale.
• Create and maintain runbooks, standards, and step‑by‑step guides the team can use without asking for help.

• Support AWS services including IAM, EC2, S3, Cloud Watch, networking, and access governance.
• Manage SaaS integrations, API configurations, data flows, and system automations across internal tooling.
• Support system releases through testing, documentation, and change management to minimize disruption.
• Evaluate new tools and architecture changes to support scale, reliability, and operational quality.

• Partner with Arctic Wolf on alert triage, threat investigations, and security response workflows.
• Apply security standards across firewalls, encryption, endpoints, and access controls.
• Support SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness through strong governance and documentation practices.
• Maintain audit‑ready records of system changes, permissions, and configurations.

• Advanced Escalation:
  Serve as the tier‑3 escalation point for complex identity, cloud, endpoint, and integration issues.
• Project Execution:
  Manage and support IT upgrades, system rollouts, and cross‑functional technology projects.
• Proactive Optimization:
  Identify tooling and process gaps early, recommending practical, high‑value improvements.
• Cross‑Functional Communication:
  Translate complex technical findings and recommendations into clear language for non‑technical partners.

• Background: 5+ years in IT support, with dedicated time in a Systems Administrator or IT Engineering role (preferably in a high‑growth environment).
• Education:
  
  Degree in Tech/Information Systems or equivalent practical experience.
• Compliance:
  Familiarity with framework readiness (SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Certifications (Preferred): AWS Sys Ops Administrator or Google Workspace Administrator.
• Identity & Cloud:
  Deep expertise in IAM (SSO, SAML, SCIM, RBAC), Google Workspace, and cloud‑first environment design.
• Automation & Scripting:
  Proficient in Python, Power Shell, and Bash; hands‑on experience using AI tools to accelerate IT workflows.
• Endpoint & Systems:
  Enterprise management of Windows and macOS at scale using MDM platforms (Ninja One, Intune, or Jamf).
• Networks & Integrations:
  Solid understanding of LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, REST APIs, and cross‑platform data flows.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Strong debugging under pressure, systems thinking, and ability to translate non‑technical business needs into technical designs.

• Must be willing to travel up to 10% yearly.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 pounds, occasional bending and reaching.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 per year, plus bonus eligibility.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary life and short‑term/long‑term disability
• 401(k)
• Excellent time‑off options
• Caring family environment
• The work that you do matters

Distributor Wire & Cable is an equal opportunity employer.