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**Posting Title:** Sr. Systems Administrator

**Reports To:** Manager – IT Infrastructure

**Location:** San Jose, California

**Salary Range:** $156,000 to $180,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE IT TEAM

Our projects may be complex, but our approach is simple: We build great things and we do it with great people. Using well-designed processes and controls, integrating smart and reliable solutions, and providing access to the information needed, our IT Team comprised of seasoned and experienced professionals, enable the success of the organization. We do this while minimizing operational and financial impact.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior System Administrator plays a pivotal role in managing and optimizing IT infrastructure to support organizational growth and innovation. This position focuses on the design, deployment, administration, and maintenance of cutting-edge cloud, on-premises, and hybrid systems, while ensuring reliability, scalability, and security. Collaboration, leadership, and adaptability are key in driving technological excellence and aligning IT strategies with business goals.

+ **Infrastructure Management:** Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable systems, including cloud environments like Azure and AWS, as well as on-premises servers and networks.

+ **System Administration:** Manage Active Directory, Windows Server environments (2016+), Office365/Exchange, and SaaS Applications.

+ **Security & Compliance:** Monitor and enhance cyber security measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations such as SOX or GDPR.

+ **Automation:** Develop automation scripts using tools like PowerShell or Python to streamline system maintenance and deployments.

+ **Disaster Recovery:** Collaborate with IT Leadership to design and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

+ **Performance Optimization:** Proactively monitor systems, troubleshoot issues and apply patches or updates to maximize performance and minimize downtime.

+ **Documentation:** Create and maintain detailed documentation for systems, processes, and policies.

+ **Software Licensing:** Ensure compliance with software licensing across all applications.

+ **Emerging Technologies:** Research and integrate innovative solutions to address evolving business needs and improve IT operations.

+ **Policies & Procedures:** Maintain departmental policies related to daily operations, ensuring adherence to best practices.

+ **Team Collaboration:** Lead and mentor junior system administrators, sharing knowledge to foster professional growth and drive team success.

+ **Other Duties:** Perform additional tasks and projects as required to support organizational goals.

**Knowledge:** Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Some barriers to entry exist at this level (e.g., dept/peer review).

**Job Complexity** : Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.

**Supervision:** Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).

ABOUT YOU

+ **Technical Expertise:** Expertise in Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Office365, Windows Server, networking protocols, and security best practices.

+ **Security:** Extensive knowledge of data and network security and experience securing corporate networks.

+ **Scripting & Automation:** Intermediate skills in PowerShell, Python or other automation tools.

+ **Networking Devices:** Strong understanding of routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking components.

+ **Certifications:** Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSE, Azure Administration, Microsoft 365 Certified) and other relevant industry certifications like ITIL, AWS, CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Security+ or VMware are preferred.

+ **Problem Solving:** Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, coupled with a proactive mindset.

+ **Communication:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer focused approach and a positive attitude.

+ **Adaptability:** Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments, responding effectively to changing priorities

+ Strong background in IT security, networking, and infrastructure management.

+ Proven ability to lead IT projects and mentor junior staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

_Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying._

**Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Master’s degree or advanced certifications are a plus.

**Experience:** 10+ years in system administration, with hands-on experience managing enterprise IT environments. 5+ years working with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and Office365.

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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.