Lead System Administrator
| Company | Makpar |
|---|---|
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of system administration best practices
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and Intune
- Familiarity with Apple DEP, Android Enterprise, Knox, and AutoPilot
- Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash)
- Experience managing mobile and desktop endpoint devices in large environments
- Solid understanding of network concepts and tools (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs)
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across multiple platforms
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage system administration operations for both Windows and Linux environments
- Oversee mobile device deployment, configuration, and support (iOS, Android, Windows)
- Implement and support MDM solutions such as Microsoft Intune, Workspace ONE, or similar
- Implement and support iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac devices.
- Monitor, patch, and maintain servers, workstations, and endpoint devices
- Support Active Directory, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and virtualization platforms (VMware/Hyper-V)
- Maintain security compliance through regular audits and policy enforcement
- Troubleshoot escalated technical issues across infrastructure and endpoint systems
- Create and maintain system documentation, SOPs, and configuration guides
- Collaborate with teams to integrate mobile and desktop management
- Serve as the escalation point for critical system and mobile device issues
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior admins and support staff
- Coordinate with vendors for hardware/software procurement and issue resolution
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified, Jamf, VMware)
- Experience in enterprise or government environments
- Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role