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System Administrator

Distributor Wire & Cable · Midland, TX · 2 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$100k–$110k/yrFull-time

About the role

People here stay because the work is meaningful, the culture is strong, and the problems are worth solving.

Technology Stack

  • Identity & Cloud: Google Workspace, AWS (IAM, EC2, S3, CloudWatch), SSO / SAML / SCIM
  • Management & Security: NinjaOne, Arctic Wolf, Meraki (LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPN)
  • Data & Apps: Snowflake, Looker, ClickUp, Shopify, REST APIs
  • Automation: Python, PowerShell, Bash

Responsibilities

  • Identity & Access Management
    • Own identity systems across Google Workspace, SSO, SAML, SCIM, and RBAC.
    • Manage the full user lifecycle including onboarding, access changes, and offboarding.
    • Design and enforce security policies including least-privilege, conditional access, and MFA.
    • Translate business access requirements from non-technical stakeholders into secure, scalable configurations.
  • Endpoint Engineering
    • Own Windows and macOS endpoint management using NinjaOne as the central platform.
    • Enforce device compliance standards, hardening policies, and full lifecycle management from procurement through decommissioning.
    • Automate provisioning, patching, and software deployment through scripting and zero-touch enrollment.
    • Improve device visibility, health monitoring, and automated remediation workflows.
    • Design and maintain secure BYOD policies and conditional access controls.
  • Automation & Scripting
    • Build automation using Python, PowerShell, and Bash to reduce manual work and standardize IT operations.
    • Design and maintain IT workflows, automations, permissions, and reporting across systems.
    • Identify and implement AI tools that reduce manual IT effort — from ticket triage and workflow generation to predictive monitoring.
    • Support internal teams in adopting AI tools effectively, safely, and at scale.
    • Create and maintain runbooks, standards, and step-by-step guides the team can use without asking for help.
  • Cloud Infrastructure & Integrations
    • Support AWS services including IAM, EC2, S3, CloudWatch, networking, and access governance.
    • Manage SaaS integrations, API configurations, data flows, and system automations across internal tooling.
    • Support system releases through testing, documentation, and change management to minimize disruption.
    • Evaluate new tools and architecture changes to support scale, reliability, and operational quality.
  • Security & Compliance
    • Partner with Arctic Wolf on alert triage, threat investigations, and security response workflows.
    • Apply security standards across firewalls, encryption, endpoints, and access controls.
    • Support SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness through strong governance and documentation practices.
    • Maintain audit-ready records of system changes, permissions, and configurations.
  • Technical Escalation & Continuous Improvement
    • Advanced Escalation: Serve as the tier-3 escalation point for complex identity, cloud, endpoint, and integration issues.
    • Project Execution: Manage and support IT upgrades, system rollouts, and cross-functional technology projects.
    • Proactive Optimization: Identify tooling and process gaps early, recommending practical, high-value improvements.
    • Cross-Functional Communication: Translate complex technical findings and recommendations into clear language for non-technical partners.

Requirements

  • Background: 5+ years in IT support, with dedicated time in a Systems Administrator or IT Engineering role (preferably in a high-growth environment).
  • Education: Degree in Tech/Information Systems or equivalent practical experience.
  • Compliance: Familiarity with framework readiness (SOC 2, ISO 27001).
  • Certifications (Preferred): AWS SysOps Administrator or Google Workspace Administrator.
  • Identity & Cloud: Deep expertise in IAM (SSO, SAML, SCIM, RBAC), Google Workspace, and cloud-first environment design.
  • Automation & Scripting: Proficient in Python, PowerShell, and Bash; hands-on experience using AI tools to accelerate IT workflows.
  • Endpoint & Systems: Enterprise management of Windows and macOS at scale using MDM platforms (NinjaOne, Intune, or Jamf).
  • Networks & Integrations: Solid understanding of LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, REST APIs, and cross-platform data flows.
  • Core Competencies: Strong debugging under pressure, systems thinking, and ability to translate non-technical business needs into technical designs.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be willing to travel up to 10% yearly
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 pounds, occasional bending and reaching
  • Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen

Pay & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000/yr, as well as bonus eligibility
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life
  • Voluntary life, short- and long-term disability
  • 401k
  • Excellent time off options
  • Caring family
  • The work that you do matters
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