Sr. IT Systems Administrator

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. IT WINDOWS SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR  SpaceX is looking for a Sr. IT Systems Administrator with knowledge and broad experience across Microsoft-based technologies.

This employee will be a member of the Information Technology Windows Infrastructure team and will support all SpaceX personnel. The ideal candidate will be flexible and flourish in a fast-paced and challenging environment. They should be a self-starter, self-motivator, and possess ingenuity to excel at this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support users and maintain critical resources in a broad range of use cases and environments. Troubleshoot and recover failed Windows systems or resources. Implement policies based on guidance from security and engineering teams. Define, document, and implement best practice standards. Support user productivity applications such as O365, Outlook, Teams.

Monitor for and remediate critical issues in production environments.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 3+ years of experience in IT systems administration OR 5+ years of experience in IT systems administration without a degree.  Experience maintaining a Windows-based infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, etc. Experience with scripting languages, such as PowerShell, Python, Bash.

Experience in user administration in Active Directory and EntraID. Experience in supporting the Microsoft Office 365 suite on workstations and mobile devices, such as Microsoft Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint.  PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with Authentication and SSO solutions (SAML, OIDC/OAUTH, Flask, Mellon, ADFS, NPS/Radius/Tacacs, etc.). 5+ years implementing and troubleshooting Windows systems (Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2016+).

Analysis of memory dump and logs for advanced troubleshooting of systems. Recovery of failed Windows systems (unable to boot, etc.). Imaging of Windows systems (WDS, sysprep). Operating system patch management at scale. Experience in leveraging code repositories and revisioning tools. Understanding of EntraID as an authentication platform and Identity Provider with security features.  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION

AND BENEFITS:     Pay Range:         Sr. IT Systems Administrator: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00/year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Learn more about the ITAR here.   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.

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