Senior Systems Administrator

Tovala

. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee IT support .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in administering corporate IT environments, focusing on endpoint management, security, and network infrastructure. Proficient in managing IT tools and platforms, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting and vendor management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

7+ Years Experience In IT AdministrationEndpoint Security ManagementLinux Server AdministrationNetworking ExpertiseGoogle Workspace Administration

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Hard Skills

MacOS AdministrationWindows AdministrationLinux AdministrationMDM ImplementationPatch ManagementDevice Lifecycle ManagementCLI ScriptingInfrastructure AutomationTroubleshootingCI/CD Pipeline Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTechnical Concept Explanation

Tools & Technologies

Ubiquiti SwitchesVPNsEmail Security ToolsIdentity Management ToolsEDR/XDR SolutionsGoogle Workspace

Industry Keywords

IT SupportNetwork InfrastructureCybersecurity InitiativesVendor ManagementSaaS

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsiOSLinuxMacOSShell Scripting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee IT support
Resolve hardware, software, networking, and account issues
Administer and maintain macOS, iOS, Windows, and Linux endpoints
Evaluate, select, implement, and operate endpoint, device, security, patch management, and IT administration tools
Develop processes for device provisioning, inventory, onboarding, offboarding, lifecycle management, and hardware refreshes
Administer corporate network infrastructure, including Ubiquiti switches, wireless networks, firewalls, VPNs, conferencing equipment, and office connectivity
Partner with Engineering leadership on network improvements, vendor evaluation, cybersecurity initiatives, infrastructure planning, and IT strategy
Own the endpoint security program, including protection, incident response, monitoring, and threat remediation
Manage Google Workspace, identity management, email security, and secure access
Administer identity and access management tools
Manage IT vendors and technology partners, including product evaluation and renewals
Create documentation and standard operating procedures
Improve reliability, security, automation, and employee technology experience
Administer and maintain on-premises Linux servers, including provisioning, patching, hardening, monitoring, backups, and troubleshooting
Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for internal systems, automating builds, testing, and releases

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience administering corporate IT environments in a Systems Administrator, Senior Systems Administrator, or similar role
Experience supporting macOS, Linux, and Windows endpoints at scale
Experience with MDM, patch management, endpoint security, and device lifecycle management
Hands-on experience administering on-premises Linux servers (Ubuntu/Debian)
Experience with CLI, shell scripting, networking, hardening, and infrastructure automation/CI/CD
Experience evaluating, selecting, implementing, and administering IT platforms
Strong networking experience across firewalls, switches, wireless, VPNs, and office connectivity
Ubiquiti/UniFi experience strongly preferred
Experience administering Google Workspace or similar identity platforms
Knowledge of IAM, email security, EDR/XDR, and security best practices
Experience responding to endpoint security incidents and partnering on broader security initiatives
Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, operating systems, networking, identity, and SaaS
Experience managing technology vendors and technical purchasing decisions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive equity package
Flexible paid time off, with a minimum of 15 days off required
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
401(k) with match
Free Tovala Smart Oven
Discounted Tovala meals
Paid holidays
Winter holiday office shutdown for a week around Christmas and New Year’s
Recognition programs
Continued learning stipend
Casual dress code
In-office coffee, snacks, and drinks
Tovala swag