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Systems Administrator

S&C Electric Company
United States, Illinois, Chicago
6601 North Ridge Boulevard (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position in the United States is $78,870 - $103,191. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Systems Administrator!

A Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and providing functional/technical support for S&C's physical and virtual systems, globally - deploying, monitoring, and troubleshooting devices, and ensuring compliance with security and configuration policies. Additionally, they provide end-user support and implement system updates to maintain optimal device performance. This role requires strong technical skills in Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM), Microsoft Hybrid Identity, GPO, Microsoft 365 apps, various operating systems (Windows, Windows Server, Android, iOS, Linux), and other IT management software.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Service:

  • Respond to end-user calls to clarify and assist the client with problem resolution and hardware/software needs.
  • Engender the confidence of clients that work will be completed at the required level of quality.
  • Purchase or assist with acquiring approved hardware and software.

Technical Support:

  • Follow established IT standard work procedure documentation and best practices; define new standard work as appropriate.
  • Manage/support physical and virtual systems and devices, including but not limited to laptops, desktops, tablets, and cellphones.
  • Monitor and maintain computing environment health, ensuring compliance with security and configuration policies.
  • Package and deploy software, updates, drivers, and configuration policies to endpoint and server systems.
  • Identify and correct problems caused by hardware/software failures.
  • Investigate, provision, and deploy new technologies and solutions to support business and product growth and development.
  • Document configurations, instructions, and troubleshooting guides for Systems Administrator services and supported technologies.

Project Work:

  • Complete project tasks as assigned following S&C's established project management methodology and processes/tools
  • Communicate progress on project tasks, issues and resolutions to project managers and supervision.

Strategic Planning:

  • Test and document system behavior, performance, and security.
  • Work with peers and clients to develop hardware/software standards and implementation strategies.
  • Work with IT Leadership to develop financial plans and budgets based on alignment with technological innovation and industry standard advancement.

What you'll Need To Succeed:

  • A 4-year degree in Information Systems / related field or equivalent experience supporting computer systems in an enterprise environment.
  • 3 or more years of experience in managing / supporting systems with Intune, Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM), Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, GPO, and other management software
  • 3 or more years of experience managing / supporting physical and virtual systems in an enterprise environment.
  • Ability to read, analyze, configure, and make improvement recommendations with/for Intune, Configuration Manager, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 technologies.
  • Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting various operating systems - Windows, Windows Server, Android, and iOS.
  • Proficiency with scripting languages like PowerShell and Bash for automation.
  • Ability to send e-mails, schedule meetings, create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
  • Capable of embracing diversity and equity to ensure successful contributions towards a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Preferred:

  • Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Associate
  • CompTIA A+ certification.
  • ITIL Foundation certification.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, configurations, and troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of security best practices, including firewall configurations, intrusion detection, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting various operating systems - Linux preferred
  • Ability to create technical and financial analysis and a proposal document
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMWare, Hyper-V, etc.).
  • Experience supporting systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in a Microsoft hybrid-identity environment.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.

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