Senior Systems Administrator

Peak Systems is a technology staffing and managed services consulting firm connecting technical consultants with various industry opportunities.

We issue payments weekly, offer direct deposit, and have many nationwide opportunities.

Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator Location: New York, NY Employment Type: Contract (Onsite 3 days per week) Our Education Client is seeking a Systems Administrator to lead and evolve the critical systems that support a growing network of schools.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working with cutting-edge tools and an innovative team.

Summary: This is a technical role that requires hands-on knowledge of User Management & Authentication (Okta), 2FA, MacOS Operating Systems, Cloud Enterprise Collaboration Tools (Google Admin and Office 365), Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, Azure and Google Cloud Platform), Device Management Platforms (JAMF, Google Admin), Zoom phone and conferencing, and familiarity with networking.

Responsibilities: Systems Administration Administers and maintains existing device management frameworks, integration, and identity management solutions Reviews and applies security best practices & performs proactive performance monitoring and tuning Create systems integrations and automations Manage entire lifecycle of Linux/Unix Systems (i.e.

Apple Mac OS/iOS) Provide systems support to DevOps and application engineers Acts as tier three support for HelpDesk Supports Gmail configuration and mailbox management including email routing, spam filtering and forensics Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Serve as point of escalation for systems troubleshooting and issue resolution Supports business continuity plans and site readiness Performs testing of data retention and recovery policies Other Responsibilities: Continuously provides and receives feedback regarding current IT processes to identify areas of improvement Performs other duties or special projects as assigned in their field Comfortable with eDiscovery concepts and data collection including Holds and Retention Policies Core Competencies: Manages multiple projects/initiatives in a timely manner while coordinating and communicating with stakeholders.

Clear communicator with the ability to articulate technical concepts in a language that anyone can understand Demonstrates initiative with a strong sense of urgency and purpose Proven success in the support and administration of customer-centric solutions Possesses knowledge of industry best practices and the ability to understand complex and advanced technical concepts Ability to work collaboratively and quickly shift focus in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Comprehensive knowledge and hands on experience with JAMF, Mac OS, Chrome OS, Google Admin, Okta, Zoom phone, videoconference and other SaaS enterprise cloud-based services Experience with operating endpoint management tools including Apple DEP, JAMF Pro/Cloud as well as Windows Server Experience using IT Service Management software to manage projects and tasks Tech Stack & Tools You'll Work With: JAMF, Mac OS, Chrome OS, Windows Server Google Admin Console, Okta, Zoom (voice and video) Apple DEP, 2FA, Office 365 AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform ITSM tools for task and project management What You Bring: 5+ years in enterprise IT support, ideally across 25+ sites Deep experience with systems administration in education or similar sectors Hands-on expertise with cloud collaboration tools, device management, and network protocols A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a passion for improving systems Strong communication skills—able to translate technical speak into team-friendly terms Preferred Background: Bachelor’s in IT or equivalent experience (7+ years) Experience in K–12 school district environments Familiarity with eDiscovery, data retention, and compliance Hourly Rate: $60.00 - $80.00 hour based on experience–W4 Tax profile; Weekly Payroll Compensation.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please reply with your most updated resume in Word document in an effort for us to discuss further.