Sr Systems Administrator
Confidential
Full-time
Gardena, CA
Job description
Role Purpose
We are seeking a motivated and technically curious Junior System Administrator to join our IT operations team. This entry-level role combines traditional Helpdesk support with hands-on exposure to system administration tasks such as user management, server maintenance, and scripting. Itʼs a great opportunity for someone eager to build foundational skills while contributing to mission-critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Helpdesk Support (Tier 1 & 2):
- Provide timely technical support to internal users via ticketing system, phone, and in-person.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices.
- Assist with user onboarding/offboarding (account creation, access rights, workstation setup).
- Maintain and update IT documentation and FAQs
System Administration & Infrastructure:
- Assist with monitoring, patching, and maintaining servers (Windows and/or Linux).
- Support basic network troubleshooting and escalation (Wi-Fi, VPN, DNS, etc.).
- Perform system checks and support backups, scheduled jobs, and system alerts.
- Help manage Active Directory, Group Policies, and shared drives.
Automation and Scripting:
- Write or modify basic scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, or Python) to automate routine tasks.
- Contribute to documentation and internal tooling to improve workflow efficiency
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 1-2 years of IT support or helpdesk experience
- Familiarity with Windows desktop and server environments; basic Linux knowledge a plus
- Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
- Exposure to Active Directory and Microsoft 365 administration
- Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Bash preferred)
- Strong communication skills and customer-service mindset
- Willingness to learn and tackle new challenges
Preferred (but not required)
- Experience with system monitoring tools or ticketing systems (e.g., Zoho, Zendesk, or equivalent)
- Exposure to virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) or cloud services (Azure, AWS)
- Basic understanding of security best practices (password policies, MFA)
Career Path
This role offers a clear path to more senior roles in system administration, infrastructure engineering, or DevOps. Youʼll gain exposure to modern enterprise infrastructure and have mentorship opportunities from experienced team members.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person