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Full-Time

Senior Saas Systems Administrator

Posted on 7/9/2024

The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project

501-1,000 employees

24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ youth

Social Impact
Education

Compensation Overview

$115k - $125kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
System Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
Management
Salesforce
Requirements
  • 3 or more years of combined education, work, and/or certification experience with demonstrated expertise in systems administration.
  • Proficiency in Enterprise Collaboration and Productivity Suite Management
  • Identity and Access Management Principles and Administration
  • Specific experience with Okta and Okta Workflows
  • Robotic Process Automation Principles and Best Practices
  • Role-based Access Control Principles and Best Practices
  • Software as a Service (SaaS) Platform Management
  • SaaS Platform Integration
  • Single Sign On (SSO) and Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Change Management
  • Technology Support
  • Technical Process Documentation
  • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
  • Spoken and written English
Responsibilities
  • Perform day-to-day maintenance and ongoing support of our existing tech stack of Google Workspace, Slack, Salesforce, Jamf, and more
  • Architect, build, and maintain our internal Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools (Okta) and act as a subject matter expert on best practices
  • Act as the primary architect and owner of the Trevor Jazz Shrimp Service Bus Platform for Process Automation
  • Manage access to systems through role-based security and access provisioning, and audit user access to systems and ensure licenses are being used effectively
  • Act as an IT liaison to other teams who are looking to integrate their tools and systems with the rest of The Trevor Project
  • Independently identify opportunities for improvement across our SaaS stack and act as a change champion
  • Act as an escalation path for our help desk team, including supporting with service desk requests and writing knowledge based articles
  • Act as a mentor and escalation point for other SaaS System Administrators, using your knowledge and expertise to support the team and help your colleagues grow
  • Collaborate with the IT Infrastructure Manager to evaluate potential SaaS tools as part of the The Trevor Project’s procurement process; take a leading role on implementation of new SaaS solutions
  • Create, maintain, and test disaster recovery and business resiliency plans for supported applications
  • Lead and collaborate with empathy, showing courage and compassion when making decisions
  • Demonstrate fair, ethical, and equitable business practices
  • Learn eagerly, share knowledge generously, and improve continuously
  • Demonstrate successful planning and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to multitask and work well within tight timelines
  • Work, communicate, and collaborate effectively with others
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in all work
  • Demonstrate a commitment to fostering and maintaining an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging
  • Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned

The Trevor Project provides crisis support services specifically for LGBTQ young people, focusing on suicide prevention and intervention. They offer multiple channels for help, including text, chat, and phone services, ensuring that trained counselors are available 24/7 to assist those in need. Unlike many organizations, The Trevor Project not only addresses immediate crises but also engages in advocacy and educational initiatives to foster a more inclusive environment for LGBTQ youth. Their goal is to create lasting societal change while providing essential support to individuals under 25 who are experiencing crises or suicidal thoughts. Funding comes from donations, grants, and partnerships, allowing them to maintain their operations and expand their reach across all 50 states.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$1.4M

Headquarters

West Hollywood, California

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

20%

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of Jaymes Black as CEO brings fresh leadership and potential new strategic directions for the organization.
  • Long-standing partnerships, such as with Newport Healthcare, enhance the organization's ability to provide comprehensive mental health support to LGBTQ youth.
  • Collaborations with high-profile brands like OPI and Xbox increase visibility and support for The Trevor Project's mission, potentially leading to increased funding and outreach.

What critics are saying

  • The reliance on donations and partnerships for funding can be unpredictable, potentially affecting the organization's ability to maintain and expand services.
  • The high demand for crisis support, as evidenced by over 250,000 crisis contacts in a year, may strain resources and impact service quality.

What makes The Trevor Project unique

  • The Trevor Project uniquely focuses on LGBTQ youth, providing specialized crisis support services that are not typically offered by general mental health organizations.
  • Their comprehensive approach, combining direct crisis intervention, educational resources, and advocacy, sets them apart from other nonprofits that may focus on only one aspect of support.
  • The organization's reliance on a diverse funding model, including individual donations, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events, ensures financial stability and broad community engagement.
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