CyberSecurity/SysAdmin

Systems Administrator 1
Location: Remote (US) / Chandler, AZ

Reports to: IT Operations Manager

Employment Type: Exempt | Full-Time

StrongMind is a remote‑first education and technology company on a mission to transform learning for students, families, and educators across the country. We believe education should be flexible, human, and built for real life. That belief shapes how we design our products, support our partners, and work together as a team. You’ll be part of the Information Technology team, working closely with Systems Administrators, Help Desk, Security, Infrastructure, and Engineering teams to ensure the technology that powers StrongMind operates securely and efficiently. This team is responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure, supporting internal users, and enabling the technology that keeps our employees and educational platforms running smoothly.

In this role, your work will directly impact internal teams, systems, and business operations by ensuring our IT infrastructure remains reliable, secure, and optimized for performance.

You’ll help troubleshoot technical challenges, automate routine processes, improve system reliability, and support the technology that enables our employees to deliver exceptional educational experiences.

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, hardware, software, and virtual machines.

Provide Tier 1-2 technical support by resolving hardware, software, networking, and connectivity issues while delivering exceptional customer service to internal employees.

Monitor systems, networks, firewalls, backups, and infrastructure health to maintain security, uptime, and overall system performance.

Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Bash to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual work.

Collaborate with IT teammates to support Azure and AWS cloud environments, maintain technical documentation, implement security best practices, and contribute to continuous infrastructure improvements.

This position requires availability to work core business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Arizona time, Monday through Friday.

1-3 years of experience in an IT Support, Systems Administrator, or similar infrastructure role.

Experience administering Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, along with a solid understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN technologies.

Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate routine administrative tasks.

Experience supporting virtualization technologies, cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure), firewalls, and cybersecurity best practices.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and customer service skills, with an eagerness to learn emerging technologies and leverage AI tools to improve workflows and problem‑solving.

Bonus points if you also have

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, and AWS Cloud Practitioner.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
A diverse and inclusive workplace fuels creativity, strengthens collaboration, and helps us build better solutions for the students, families, and communities we serve.

A competitive total compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits

Well‑being that works for real life—from an on‑site gym, virtual wellness programs, and wellness coaching to flexible work options for select roles, because your well‑being fuels your brilliance

A fully paid holiday week off at Christmas, so you can truly rest, reset, and reconnect

Recognition and rewards that celebrate birthdays, meaningful milestones, legendary work, and community service hours that let you give back

Annual social events and traditions we genuinely look forward to—like Halloween celebrations, Wellness Fairs, and other moments that bring our community together

At this time, we are unable to sponsor visas.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide consideration to all applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability protected by law.

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