Senior Systems Administrator

Orbital Engineering, Inc.

Senior Systems Administrator designing and maintaining the organization's cloud infrastructure services for operational excellence. Acting as a senior-level technical resource for complex system issues at Orbital Engineering.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in systems administration, cloud operations, and cybersecurity, with a strong focus on maintaining hybrid infrastructure environments and ensuring system reliability and security. Proven leadership in managing infrastructure projects and implementing operational governance practices.

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Systems AdministrationCloud OperationsCybersecurityInfrastructure EngineeringNetwork Infrastructure

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Hard Skills

Microsoft AzureAWSMicrosoft Entra IDCisco Networking TechnologiesDisaster Recovery PlanningIdentity ManagementInformation SecurityOperational GovernanceHigh Availability SystemsConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Hybrid InfrastructureCloud Services

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft Azure Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Security Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Identity and Access Administrator AssociateAWS Certified Solutions Architect AssociateAWS Certified SysOps AdministratorCisco CCNACisco CCNPCompTIA Security+CISSPSSCP

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure StandardsOperational ProceduresBusiness ContinuityEnterprise Production Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a senior-level technical resource responsible for the design, implementation, administration, maintenance, security, and continuous improvement of the organization's infrastructure, cloud services, and networking environment;
Act as the primary Level III escalation point for complex technical issues;
Provide leadership in systems administration, cloud operations, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure;
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and internal IT personnel to ensure system reliability and security;
Maintain and enhance hybrid infrastructure environments consisting of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, AWS, Microsoft 365, and Cisco networking technologies;
Develop and maintain infrastructure standards, configuration baselines, and operational procedures;
Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and business continuity efforts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in systems administration, infrastructure engineering, cloud administration, networking, and cybersecurity;
Demonstrated experience supporting hybrid on-premises and cloud environments;
Proven experience leading infrastructure projects and technology initiatives;
Experience supporting enterprise production environments with high availability requirements;
Experience with identity management, information security, and operational governance practices;
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
Preferred certifications include one or more of the following: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Security Administrator Associate, Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, SSCP, ITIL Foundation Certification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage;
401(k)-retirement savings plan;
Supplemental insurance options;
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance;
Company-paid short-term disability coverage;
Generous paid time off program.