Systems Administrator

Job Description

Vox Media is the leading independent modern media company. Known for building the best media brands and the technology that enables them, we are committed to building a better future for the industry - and getting the future of media right. Vox Media's editorial networks include Vox, The Verge, SB Nation, Eater, Polygon, Recode, and Curbed. Our diverse storytelling and advertising businesses include the Concert publisher-led marketplace, the Vox Creative brand studio, the Chorus publishing platform, and the company's entertainment division Vox Media Studios, which includes the Vox Media Podcast Network and Epic.
Vox Media's Corporate IT team is looking for a Systems Administrator. You'll be expected to provide excellent customer service by ensuring systems performance and maintenance at all of our Vox Media offices. As Vox Media continues to grow, you'll play an essential role in enhancing the security and quality of Vox Media's IT infrastructure. This position will report directly to the Director, IT Infrastructure.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Maintain virtual environment across multiple offices.
• Maintain Active Directory and single sign on systems for the organization.
• Manage Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage infrastructure monitoring tools.
• Monitor system performance and implement performance tuning.
• Perform troubleshooting and analysis of servers and associated systems.
• Manage system backup systems.
• Work with the system engineer to evaluate, build, integrate, test, and prepare systems for operational use.
• Upgrade and patch servers/services
• Create/update technical documentation as required.
WHO YOU ARE
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders as well as team members.
• Knowledge of server virtualization, media file storage, and basic networking.
• Experience with Okta.
• Experience with the following systems: Windows Server, Linux (CentOs/RHEL), Active Directory, Network Storage, VMware.
Bonus points for:
• Microsoft, VMware, Okta certifications or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Powershell.
• Experience with Google Cloud or AWS.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology preferred.
If you think you have what it takes, but don't meet every single point in our job posting, please apply with a cover letter to let us know how you believe you can bring your unique skills to the Vox Media team or get in touch! We've hired chefs who became editors, DJs who became UX designers, and sommeliers who became writers.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This job is located in New York.

PAY TRANSPARENCY
The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay for this position at the time of this posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
Pay Range
$81,000 — $110,000 USD

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-369ox5-216-73-216-86-42 in your application.