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Sr. Systems Administrator

Penumbrainc
Location
Roseville, CA
Posted
28 days ago
Department
IT
Salary
$126,000 - $180,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 8+ years of enterprise-level systems administration and/or engineering experience
  • 8+ years of experience supporting Microsoft Technologies, including Windows Server, Active Directory/Entra ID, ADFS, DNS, DHCP, PowerShell, Intune, and SCCM/SCOM
  • 5+ years of experience supporting Microsoft Azure IaaS/PaaS and Microsoft 365 services
  • Experience supporting SAN/NAS storage environments
  • Experience with enterprise backup and recovery procedures
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in Windows operating systems and TCP/IP networking
Nice to have
  • Experience administering Linux systems; RHEL experience preferred
  • Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure and Advanced Services certification
What the job really is

The Senior Systems Administrator will manage and optimize enterprise systems in both on-premises and cloud environments, focusing on performance, security, and scalability. Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues, automating processes, and ensuring compliance with security policies. The role also involves supporting various Microsoft technologies and virtualization platforms, while collaborating with international teams to enhance infrastructure operations.

Benefits
  • Annual base salary range of $126,000 - $180,000
  • Competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Eleven paid company holidays per year
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility
  • Requires after hours on call support on a rotation schedule
  • General office environment with some physical requirements
  • Salary range provided, but individual compensation varies based on qualifications and location
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