Systems Administrator

Museum of Science • Boston, MA

1d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world’s largest science centers and New England’s most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.
The Museum’s singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world’s most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.
Ensure the stability of Museum information systems through effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware/software and related infrastructure (on-premises and cloud-based).
Develop and document technical specifications, timelines, and solutions to minimize compatibility issues, reduce system downtime, and align with best practices.
Implement technical solutions and provide ongoing high-level technical support to optimize system performance, security, and user accessibility.
Deliver training and clear documentation for technical solutions to enhance Museum-wide technological literacy.
This is a hybrid position, so we are only considering candidates currently local to the Greater Boston area (Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Rhode Island)
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000, depending on experience

Requirements

• In-depth experience with Microsoft 365 (M365) ecosystem, including administration, optimization, and integration of its tools to enhance system performance and user productivity.
• Proven proficiency in managing Windows Server environments (2008–2019), Active Directory, and Linux servers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with experience analyzing and resolving technical compatibility issues in complex IT ecosystems.
• Proficiency in enterprise storage solutions, virtualization technologies, and cloud-based infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the stability of Museum information systems through effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware/software and related infrastructure (on-premises and cloud-based).
• Develop and document technical specifications, timelines, and solutions to minimize compatibility issues, reduce system downtime, and align with best practices.
• Implement technical solutions and provide ongoing high-level technical support to optimize system performance, security, and user accessibility.
• Deliver training and clear documentation for technical solutions to enhance Museum-wide technological literacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed