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Job Title: Cloud Ops/System Administrator

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:
We re looking for a Systems Administrator with a solid technical foundation and a desire to grow into more advanced infrastructure and cloud responsibilities. This hybrid position, based in Pittsburgh, offers the chance to work onsite several days a week while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

You ll play a key role in managing and supporting our on-premise systems, networks, and enterprise tools while contributing to longer-term cloud and modernization initiatives. This is a great opportunity for an IT professional looking to take the next step in their career and gain hands-on experience with a wide range of technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Systems & Infrastructure

• Administer and support on-premise and virtualized environments
• Monitor and maintain system performance, uptime, and security
• Manage updates, patching, and routine maintenance across servers and user devices
• Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Office 365 administration
• Help manage Office 365 and Microsoft Intune for endpoint configuration and device policies
• Provide Tier 2 support to resolve escalated technical issues

Network & Data Center

• Assist with network infrastructure support, including firewalls, switches, and wireless devices
• Support physical hardware, cabling, and environmental monitoring in the data center
• Maintain accurate documentation of systems and configurations

Cloud & Modernization

• Contribute to planning and implementing hybrid cloud environments (AWS or Azure)
• Collaborate on infrastructure improvements that bridge on-premise and cloud platforms

Security & Compliance

• Apply security best practices across systems and endpoints
• Participate in vulnerability scans, patch audits, and remediation tracking
• Help respond to and investigate basic security alerts and incidents

Collaboration & Growth

• Work closely with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver infrastructure projects
• Provide input on system design, process improvements, and technology upgrades
• Stay current with new technologies and bring forward ideas to improve our environment

Qualifications:

Required:

• 2 4 years of experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure
• Strong working knowledge of Windows Server environments and Office 365
• Experience with Active Directory and Microsoft Intune
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
• Solid understanding of core networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs)
• Proven troubleshooting and analytical skills

Preferred:

• Exposure to cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or similar)
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
• Familiarity with data center operations and endpoint security tools
• Certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Associate, or similar

Work Environment:

• Must be located within 50 miles of Pittsburgh, PA for quick access to data center
• Hybrid: 2 3 days onsite in Pittsburgh, with the flexibility to work remotely on other days
• Occasional evening or weekend availability for scheduled maintenance or urgent issues

Core Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Composure
• Integrity and Trust
• Process Management
• Technical Learning

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in 15238, US