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KPFF Consulting Engineers

System Administrator

KPFF Consulting Engineers, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Job Description The KPFF San Diego Office is accepting applications for a system administrator. We are looking for a motivated IT professional with a desire to be great, a solid system administrator background and a team-oriented mentality. In this role, the successful individual will protect our critical information, systems, and assets, build solutions, troubleshoot, implement new software and hardware, provide staff training, provide helpdesk support, and assist in the development of an overall IT strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with IT leadership on infrastructure improvements, automation initiatives, and cloud integration projects

Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Active Directory and Group Policy

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access control for internal systems

Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows Server environments (on-premises and hybrid)

Oversee and support Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Intune)

Implement and manage security policies, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and conditional access

Monitor system performance, apply patches, and perform regular system audits

Manage backups, disaster recovery procedures, and documentation

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for end-user devices, including laptops, desktops, printers, and applications

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for users across the organization

Automate repetitive administrative tasks using PowerShell, Intune, or other scripting tools

Develop and maintain automation scripts for user onboarding, system reporting, and policy enforcement

Qualifications

AS Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrated experience (1-2 years) providing hands-on system administration, end-user support, and IT automation

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy management

Experience with Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange, Intune, Azure AD, Teams)

Proficiency in Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 management

Experience with PowerShell scripting and process automation

Familiarity with Intune, Azure Automation, or Microsoft Graph API is a plus

Ability to support and troubleshoot Windows 10/11 environments and related hardware

Understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VPN, firewalls)

Knowledge of backup systems, disaster recovery, and endpoint protection

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an automation mindset

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Passion for process improvement and technology efficiency

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Team-oriented with strong customer service focus

Preferred Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate or Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate.

CompTIA Network+, Security+

Additional Information The salary range for this position is $70,000-$90,000 plus bonus. Salary will depend on education, experience & licensure.

For more information on the KPFF, please visit our web site at http://www.kpff.com.

Qualified applicants only. No phone calls and no recruiters please.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.

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