Systems Administrator, Operational Technology — Seattle, WA

VVBQYxPT seeks a Systems Administrator, Operational Technology to support immediate client operations.

Location: Remote, United States

Overview

As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for deploying, maintaining, and supporting mission-critical enterprise systems, Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure, workstations, and local server environments. You will ensure high availability, performance, and security across multi-platform client environments (Linux and Windows), OT/industrial networks, and supporting infrastructure.

In this role, you will interface closely with internal engineering teams, corporate operations engineers (CorpEng), and third-party vendor teams to troubleshoot complex technical escalations, automate operational workflows, and implement infrastructure enhancements.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• System Deployment & Management: Provision, configure, patch, and maintain operating systems across heterogeneous environments (predominantly Debian/Ubuntu-based Linux, macOS, and ChromeOS, with some Windows Server/Client).

• Identity & Access Management: Administer enterprise directory services, single sign-on (SSO), OAuth, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) following strict least-privilege security principles.

• Automation & Scripting: Develop, test, and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to streamline routine system maintenance, configuration management, and log auditing.

• Incident & Problem Management: Serve as Tier 2/Tier 3 escalation support for high-impact system incidents, providing root-cause analysis (RCA), documentation, and remediation.

• Hardware, OT & Data Center Operations: Manage lifecycle and maintenance of local on-prem server racks, OT/SCADA systems, storage arrays (NAS/SAN), industrial network switches, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).

• Monitoring & Reliability: Monitor system health, system resource utilization, and uptime using observability platforms; respond to service alerts and threshold breaches.

• Security & Compliance: Ensure all managed endpoints and servers adhere strictly to corporate security baselines, encryption standards, vulnerability patching cycles, and asset inventory controls.

• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Author and update technical runbooks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and architecture diagrams.

• IT/OT Security & Group Policy Management: Design, deploy, and enforce enterprise Group Policy Objects (GPOs), Active Directory policies, and IT/OT security configurations to secure control networks and maintain system compliance across enterprise environments.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience: 3+ years of professional hands-on experience in system administration, IT infrastructure support, or corporate systems engineering.

• OS Expertise: Strong administration, configuration, and troubleshooting skills in Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, or RHEL) and/or Windows at the command-line level.

• Networking Fundamentals: Solid grasp of core networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, routing, and SSH).

• Scripting: Demonstrated ability to read, write, and debug basic scripts in Bash or Python to automate administrative tasks.

• Enterprise Tools: Experience managing systems using configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, SaltStack, or Chef) and Mobile Device Management (MDM / Jamf).

Preferred qualifications:

• OT & SCADA Systems: Hands-on experience with SCADA systems, industrial control networks, and operational technology (OT) security/monitoring infrastructure.

• Directory & Auth Systems: Hands-on experience with LDAP, Google Workspace Enterprise Administration, Kerberos, or SAML-based identity providers.

• Hardware Lifecycle: Practical experience with enterprise-grade server hardware installation, cabling, and basic data closet/IDF maintenance.

• Security Acumen: Familiarity with Zero Trust network models (e.g., BeyondCorp architecture) and modern endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $115,000 - $133,000(USD)+ bonus programs + benefits.

Benefits and bonus information can be found at ••••••••

VVBQYxPT requires employees have the legal ability to work in the country hired during their employment period. During onboarding, proof of eligibility to work in the applicable country will be requested. VVBQYxPT does not provide visa sponsorship.

About Us

pyagCqx5 kQerjRrwB3 is a global business and technology consulting firm supporting clients across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. For more than two decades, VVBQYxPT has partnered with organizations ranging from high-growth mid-market companies to global enterprises, helping them solve complex business and operational challenges—leveraging modern data platforms, artificial intelligence, and secure digital foundations to drive smarter decisions and scalable outcomes.

Anchored in a foundation of integrity-based consulting, VVBQYxPT brings together senior-level experts who work side by side with client teams to design and implement durable, high-impact solutions. Our approach emphasizes trust, accountability, and long-term value—balancing stability, growth, and innovation to help organizations operate securely and confidently in an increasingly complex global environment.

VVBQYxPT delivers a comprehensive range of services across its core practices: Data & AI, Delivery Excellence, Digital Solutions, Marketing & Sales, Privacy, Security, Data Center and Critical Infrastructure Security, and Strategy & Transformation. As our clients expand globally, so do we—providing consistent, expert support across regions while remaining agile, collaborative, and deeply invested in client success.

Recognized for both performance and culture, VVBQYxPT has been named #1 Best Company to Work For in Washington (Mid-Sized Businesses) by Seattle Business Magazine, a “Fastest Growing Company” multiple times on the Inc. 500/5000 list, and recognized by Consulting Magazine as a Leader in Technology Consulting.