Systems Administrator

About This Role

The Systems Administrator is responsible for administering Pursuit’s enterprise infrastructure across servers, endpoints, identity, and network/security platforms. This role builds, hardens, patches, and monitors systems; enforces identity and access controls; supports virtualization, backups/DR, and ensures alignment with company IT policies and NIST 800‑171/CMMC practices. The Systems Administrator collaborates with Cybersecurity, Business Systems, and Infrastructure teams to deliver stable, secure, and efficient IT services.

Responsibilities

• Administer Active Directory (users, groups, OUs, GPOs), enforce least privilege and MFA, and maintain privileged user standards and audit remediation.
• Build and harden Windows servers following baseline standards; install and manage agents (Rapid7 Insight Agent, Action1, ESET); configure logging; configure monitoring; maintain patch compliance and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Support workstation configuration standards, application deployment, and endpoint protection; coordinate service account creation and tracking and ensure least‑privilege usage.
• Assist with Cisco, Unifi switching (VLANs, SSH/Radius) and firewall administration (Palo Alto/SonicWall NAT, rules, VPN, IDPS). Support GlobalProtect VPN policies and user access.
• Support VMware vSphere (ESXi/vCenter), including host/profile baselines, VM provisioning, and remediation.
• Coordinate Druva backups and disaster recovery tasks for critical systems; verify backup jobs, retention, and restores as needed.
• Implement and uphold IT Security, Acceptable Use, Baseline Configuration, Privileged Access, and OT segmentation policies across supported systems.
• Follow ServiceNow change control; document builds, configurations, and procedures; maintain runbooks and knowledge base articles.
• Provide Tier‑2/Tier‑3 support to Help Desk and site IT; engage vendors/contractors when required; communicate status, risks, and remediation plans to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years administering Windows Server/Active Directory, group policy, DNS/DHCP, and enterprise endpoint/security tooling.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice to have:

• Experience with patch management, VMware vSphere, Cisco and Unifi switching, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Working knowledge of backup/DR solutions (e.g., Druva) and secure data handling practices in regulated environments (NIST 800‑171/CMMC).
• CompTIA Security+, Network+, Microsoft Azure/Windows Server, Palo Alto Networks, VMware certifications.
• Experience with ESET endpoint security, Duo MFA, and SonicWall firewalls.
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms and enterprise change management.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem‑solving skills; ability to collaborate across Cybersecurity, Business Systems, and Infrastructure teams.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Important Details

• Working Conditions: Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk; must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds; personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor; occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Application Process

• Follow the application instructions provided in the job posting.

About the Company

Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, committed to relentless, continuous operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. They pride themselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.