System Administrator – Windows Desktop Admin

EchoStar•Centennial, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Requirements

Expert-level scripting capabilities in PowerShell alongside MECM management to drive system automation.
Critical experience leading desktop endpoint administration, OS upgrades, and monthly patch management across a large enterprise fleet.
AI Literacy and application skills to enhance operational reporting, technical documentation, and proactive system monitoring.
Dynamic presentation, training, and communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and troubleshooting abilities to address multi-departmental IT challenges.
Professional vendor management and collaboration capabilities to evaluate third-party service delivery and defend technical architecture decisions.
Minimum of 4 years of experience as a system administrator in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
Minimum of 4 years of experience with Windows desktop operating systems supporting an enterprise-level environment.
Minimum of 4 years of experience with Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM).
Minimum of 4 years of experience with Advanced PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud and co-management solutions including Microsoft Azure, AWS WorkSpaces, and MECM with Microsoft Intune.

Responsibilities

Manage and standardize enterprise Windows endpoints, driving operational efficiency and maintaining peak ecosystem security.
Execute OS patching, software distribution, and Group Policy administration.
Resolve top-tier desktop escalations.
Utilize high-level PowerShell scripting and automated workflows to streamline routine maintenance and eliminate hardware reliability bottlenecks.
Own the end-to-end testing and execution of monthly Microsoft OS patching to maximize enterprise system readiness and security.
Drive fleet-wide automation using advanced PowerShell scripting in conjunction with MECM to optimize software deployment and routine maintenance.
Resolve top-tier escalation issues beyond frontline support capabilities; document technical solutions to ensure knowledge transfer across IT support teams.
Leverage AI Application tools to analyze system logs, automate repetitive troubleshooting workflows, and predict hardware reliability issues across endpoints.
Lead cross-departmental coordination through CAB meetings and mentor support staff on Windows desktop best practices.