Manager - System Administrator

Job Details

Oceanside, CA

Full Time

$124400.00 - $147300.00 Salary

1st Shift

System Administrator Manager

Who are we:

Magnaflow is a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Oceanside, CA of premium products to the automotive aftermarket industry such as catalytic converters, performance exhaust and replacement exhaust. Through the Camburg division in Huntington Beach, CA. Magnaflow also supplies race-inspired performance suspension products and vehicle uplifting services, Magnaflow is focused on future growth through both new business development and new product introduction. our websites are and

Salary Range:

$124,400 to $147,300 USD/ANNUALLY

*Final agreed upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

What you will be doing:

As the Systems Administrator Manager, you will supervise a team of skilled helpdesk and system administrators. overseeing the IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will drive strategic IT initiatives, manage complex technical projects, and align IT operations with the overall business goals.

Lead and manage the systems administration team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development.

Lead and manage helpdesk staff ensuring excellent customer services to other employees.

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure, including Windows AD, Exchange, VMWare, and O365 environments.

Ensure high availability and reliability of IT systems, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues.

Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and security protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Lead strategic IT initiatives and large-scale projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments, implementing necessary improvements to safeguard the organization's data and systems.

Manage firewalls, switches and other network infrastructure

Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships effectively.

Maintain detailed documentation of IT systems, Policies, processes, and procedures.

Provide expert-level support for complex technical issues and escalations.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Salary

PTO, Sick Pay, Birthday Holiday, Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Matching (Up to 5%)

Education assistance

Company sponsored events

Growing department and team

Qualifications

Education/Years of Experience:

*B.S. in Information Technology or a related field (M.S. preferred).

8+ years of experience in systems administration roles.

3+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.

Must be able to sit and stand intermittently, use a keyboard, climb stairs occasionally, and lift up to 25 pounds with or without accommodations.

Skills:

Extensive Experience with O365 administration

Extensive Experience on Windows Server Administration

Strong Experience with DHCP, DNS, IIS and other Microsoft Server Services

Strong Experience with hypervisor administration (VMWare)

Strong Experience with shared resource administration (NFS and Sharepoint)

Strong Experience managing firewalls, swtiches, and other network devices

Strong Experience managing on-prem storage area network (SAN)

Strong Experience with Cloud based platform services (PaaS)

Strong Experience with cloud based infrastructure (IaaS)

Experience with PowerShell and other scripting

Strong understanding of system security practices and compliance standards such as NIST CSF

Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Superior communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Strong project management and strategic planning skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Proven track record of successfully managing and optimizing IT infrastructure.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.