IT SYSTEMS & SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
Technology is the backbone of everything we do. The YGS Group is looking for an experienced IT Systems & Security Administrator who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, securing enterprise environments, and delivering exceptional technology support. This is a hands-on technical position responsible for maintaining and protecting our enterprise infrastructure, including servers, cloud services, Microsoft 365, cybersecurity platforms, networking, virtualization, identity management, and business applications.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Design and support modern enterprise technologies.
- Protect critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats.
- Work with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, VMware, enterprise security platforms, and cloud technologies.
- Participate in infrastructure modernization and automation initiatives.
- Contribute to security compliance, SOC 2 controls, and operational excellence.
- Collaborate with experienced IT professionals across multiple business units.
- Build solutions that directly impact business operations and customer success.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure Administration
- Administer Windows and Linux servers.
- Manage Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory, and enterprise cloud services.
- Configure and maintain identity management, Group Policy, MFA, Conditional Access, and access controls.
- Support virtualization, storage, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
- Maintain system documentation, inventories, and configuration records.
Cybersecurity
- Monitor and investigate security alerts.
- Support endpoint detection and response (EDR), email security, antivirus, and cloud security platforms.
- Participate in incident response and recovery activities.
- Coordinate vulnerability remediation and patch management.
- Assist with firewall, VPN, network security, and privileged access administration.
- Support phishing investigations and security awareness initiatives.
Networking & Cloud
- Support enterprise networking including switches, VLANs, wireless, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Troubleshoot connectivity across multiple business locations.
- Assist with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud resource management.
- Support Teams Phone, SharePoint, Exchange Online, and collaboration platforms.
Operations & Support
- Provide advanced technical support for escalated issues.
- Participate in infrastructure projects and technology implementations.
- Maintain IT asset inventories, software licensing, and purchasing records.
- Collaborate closely with vendors, managed service providers, and internal business teams.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and assist during critical outages or security incidents.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems administration, network administration, infrastructure support, cybersecurity, or related technical roles
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Microsoft
- Cisco
- Fortinet
- VMware
- Veeam
- Azure certifications
Equivalent education, certifications, and relevant professional experience will also be considered.
Technical Experience
Experience supporting or administering technologies such as:
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Windows Server
- Linux
- VMware
- Veeam
- Active Directory
- Microsoft Exchange Online
- Fortinet
- CrowdStrike
- Cloudflare
- Duo
- Automox
- Halo PSA
- Egnyte
- PowerShell
- Enterprise networking technologies
- Endpoint management
- Security monitoring platforms
Experience with comparable enterprise technologies is welcomed.
Skills
You are someone who:
- Thinks critically under pressure.
- Enjoys solving complex technical problems.
- Has exceptional attention to detail.
- Documents work thoroughly.
- Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrates integrity and accountability.
- Works independently while collaborating across teams.
- Has a continuous learning mindset.
- Stays current with cybersecurity trends and emerging technologies.
Physical Requirements
- Work at a computer for extended periods
- Occasionally lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Travel between company locations is needed
- Respond to after-hours outages and security incidents
- Safely inspect and install technology equipment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.