JOB SUMMARY:

The System Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), as well as cloud and remote networks. This role involved installing, upgrading, and monitoring both software and hardware, and core infrastructure, including operating systems, business applications, security tools and appliances, web servers, email systems, laptops and desktop PCs, and phones.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
• 4+ years of professional experience in system administration or related IT roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud services, including configuration, administration, and ongoing support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365 administration, Intune, and Purview.
• Hands-on experience supporting remote access solutions, including VPN technologies and Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Strong understanding of endpoint protection platforms (e.g., SentinelOne) and enterprise security controls.
• Knowledge of threat detection, triage, and containment procedures, with practical experience in incident response.
• Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms for monitoring and log analysis.
• Working knowledge of Cisco Umbrella and cloud-based security solutions.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-102)
  Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brea, CA 92821: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have using Microsoft Azure Cloud Services?

Experience:

• System Administration or IT: 4 years (Required)

Location:

• Brea, CA (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Configure and manage Azure resources, including Virtual Networks, VMs, Storage, Backup & Site Recovery, security, and identity management.
• Administer and maintain Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy Objects, O365/Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Intune.
• Monitor, patch, and secure systems in alignment with SOC 1 and internal security policies.
• Oversee endpoint management solutions, including MDM, DLP, SentinelOne, and Cisco Umbrella.
• Optimize and monitor cloud performance using Azure Monitor, Azure Automation, and PowerShell.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues across production, development, and staging environments.
• Manage and troubleshoot on-premises network devices, VPN connectivity, and network security.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows 11 workstations and other related peripherals for end users.
• Support compliance activities by participating in annual disaster recovery simulations, network penetration testing, and other assessments.
• Collaborate with DevOps and business teams to support design, deployment, and optimization of systems, applications, and databases.
• Other duties and projects assigned.