Full-Time
Senior Systems Administrator
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Handshake
501-1,000 employees
Connects students with job opportunities
Compensation Overview
$110k - $140kAnnually
Senior
San Francisco, CA, USA
Hybrid position based in San Francisco, CA.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience as a System Administrator or in a similar role.
- Hands-on experience administering and managing MDM solutions for both Windows and macOS environments.
- Proficient in using Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools like Okta.
- Proven ability to automate complex and repetitive tasks using infrastructure as code and Okta Workflows, Bettercloud and other platforms.
- Hands-on experience in managing and optimizing Google Workspace environments, including user administration, security, and automation, to support organizational scalability and efficiency.
- Skilled in network management and troubleshooting, ensuring seamless connectivity and issue resolution.
- Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage one’s time effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to non-technical colleagues.
- Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest technologies and IT best practices.
- Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability.
- Monitor and verify the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.
- Manage and configure network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Monitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, and latency) and test for weaknesses.
- Set up user accounts, permissions, and passwords. Resolve problems reported by end-users.
- Implement and maintain security protocols and procedures to prevent potential threats.
- Enforce and scale out identity and access management controls through automation.
- Apply operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
- Install and configure anti-virus software and malware protection.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
- Maintain documentation and technical specifications for planning and implementing new or upgrades of IT infrastructure.
- Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
Handshake connects college students with job and internship opportunities through its platform. It serves over 15 million students, 1,500 universities, and 900,000 employers, focusing on early career recruitment. The platform allows universities to provide students access to job listings, career fairs, and recruitment events, while employers can post job openings and manage recruitment processes. Handshake's user-friendly interface helps students organize their job search and offers insights like company reviews. The company prioritizes data privacy and security, ensuring compliance with regulations like FERPA. Handshake aims to bridge the gap between students and employers, facilitating early career opportunities.
Company Stage
Series F
Total Funding
$422.2M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2014
6 month growth
↑ 0%1 year growth
↓ -2%2 year growth
↓ -2%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Handshake's new social media-like interface boosts user engagement.
- Growing student loan repayment benefits attract more employers to Handshake.
- Demand for skills-based workforce aligns with Handshake's mission.
What critics are saying
- Emerging competitors like Fizz target Handshake's demographic with financial products.
- Intuit's collaboration may draw students away from Handshake.
- AI-driven skills demand may reduce engagement with Handshake.
What makes Handshake unique
- Handshake connects over 15 million students with 900,000 employers.
- The platform offers a user-friendly interface for job and internship applications.
- Handshake ensures data privacy, complying with regulations like FERPA.
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Benefits
💰Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
🍼16 Weeks of paid parental leave
💝Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
💻Handshake offers $500/£360 home office stipend
📚Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000/£1,500/2k€ stipend
🏦401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
🏝PTO