Systems Administrator

Ascend Staffing • North Salt Lake, UT

48d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Ascend Staffing is seeking a Systems Administrator to support and enhance our enterprise IT environment. This role is ideal for a technically strong, self-motivated IT professional who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and improving system reliability and security. As a Systems Administrator, you will play a critical role in maintaining, securing, and optimizing servers, cloud services, endpoints, and core infrastructure across the organization. You’ll work closely with IT leadership while providing escalated support and guidance to internal teams.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator , IT Administrator, or similar role
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured, analytical approach
• Experience supporting Windows, Microsoft 365, Azure, and enterprise IT environments
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with IT leadership
• Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

• Education Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity , or related field
• Equivalent hands-on experience will be considered in place of formal education
• CompTIA Network+ or Security+
• Microsoft certifications related to: Windows Server Microsoft 365 Azure / Identity & Access Management
• Other relevant systems administration or cybersecurity certifications

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Windows Server and Active Directory (users, groups, GPOs, permissions, troubleshooting)
• Manage and support Microsoft Azure environments, including identity and access management
• Administer Microsoft 365 services (Exchange, Entra ID, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Monitor and maintain endpoint patching, updates, uptime, and system health
• Manage and support the company’s virtualization platform
• Deploy, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot zero-touch networking equipment
• Support and maintain endpoint security and protection tools
• Administer storage systems , monitoring capacity, performance, and availability
• Manage and monitor backup systems , including testing and basic recovery procedures
• Handle escalated IT tickets and provide technical guidance to support staff
• Support and manage telecommunications systems and related infrastructure
• Contribute to system documentation, standards, and process improvements

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($60K–$75K DOE) + monthly bonus
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Bi-weekly company-catered meals
• Casual Fridays
• Education reimbursement and professional development support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree