(Seattle, WA) Junior IT Systems Administrator at Aston Carter

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

83200.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Active Directory, PowerShell, Network, SQL, Relational Databases, VBA, Troubleshooting, Scripting, Routing, Switching, Hyper-V, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Eagerness to Learn, IT Support

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

[Job Description] An Aerospace manufacturing company located in Seattle, WA is currently hiring for a motivated and detail-oriented IT Systems Administrator to join their IT team. This role will be responsible for managing Active Directory accounts, assisting with new hardware and software deployments, and providing Tier 1 technical support to end-users. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, highly organized, and ready to contribute to maintaining a secure and efficient IT environment. ***Applicants must be located in WA for consideration, as this opportunity is 100% onsite in Seattle, WA*** Pay - $35/hr. ($72,800/yr.) - $40/hr. ($83,200/yr.) Location - Seattle, WA (SODO Area) - 100% Onsite [Summary of Key Responsibilities] Manage and maintain Active Directory (AD) accounts, including user creation, modification, and deactivation. Assist with onboarding and offboarding employees, ensuring proper account setup and access rights. Support the deployment of new hardware, software, and peripheral devices. Provide Tier 1 support for end-user issues, including password resets, software troubleshooting, and basic network connectivity problems. Document support requests, resolutions, and standard operating procedures. Escalate complex technical issues to sr. IT staff as appropriate. Maintain an organized inventory of IT assets. Participate in IT projects, including upgrades, migrations, and process improvements. [Top 2 Qualifications] Aptitude is absolutely important (ability to learn and be curious about how things work, as the IT Director will have a lot to teach and share his knowledge) Some knowledge of scripting PowerShell (Important), Solid Understanding of Network (TCP, SSH, etc.), SQL (Would be great), Relational Databases (Beneficial), VBA (Beneficial) [Qualification Requirements] Looking for junior candidates with around 1-3 years of experience who are trainable and moldable (not looking for overqualified candidates). Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. PowerShell experience is a must-have. Active Directory experience. Solid understanding of network (TCP, SSH, PuTTY, etc.). Basic troubleshooting (WAN, LAN, PIP, VNS, VHCP, etc.). Scripting, SQL, Routing and Switching, Hyper-V Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced IT environment. [Preferred] Experience with ticketing systems or IT service management tools. [Preferred] Exposure to hardware deployment, imaging, or mobile device management. [Preferred] Basic understanding of cybersecurity best practices. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $83200.00/yr. Not available at this point in time Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Junior IT Systems Administrator will manage Active Directory accounts, assist with hardware and software deployments, and provide Tier 1 technical support to end-users. They will also document support requests and participate in IT projects.