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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior IT Systems Administrator (Part-Time) - **Company:** Carbon Mapper - **Location:** Pasadena, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $114,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxmox, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Microsoft Online Services, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Subnetting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Azure Active Directory, Runbook, Microsoft SharePoint, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, Wireless Access Point, Software Licensing, Diagnostic Tools, Scripting, Google Cloud, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Patch Management, Enterprise Integration, Casper Suite, PfSense, Fortinet, Cisco, Servicenow, User Accounts - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2cf33692370322b7 ## About the Role * 1-3 years of hands-on systems administration or IT support experience beyond entry-level help desk responsibilities. * Working knowledge of Active Directory and/or Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including user and group administration,organizational unit (OU) management, and basic Group Policy administration. * Experience administering or supporting a mobile device management (MDM) platform such as Addigy, Jamf, or Microsoft Intune. * Understanding of core networking concepts, including TCP/IP, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing fundamentals. * Experience supporting Windows 10/11 and Windows Server environments. * Familiarity with firewall and routing platforms such as Cisco, Fortinet, pfSense, Meraki, or similar technologies. * Ability to troubleshoot technical issues using logs, diagnostic tools, and documentation. * Demonstrated ability to document processes, findings, and technical procedures clearly and accurately. * Ability to travel to Pasadena-area locations as needed to support business operations. * Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. * Interest in expanding technical knowledge and learning new technologies relevant to the role. Nice-to-Have Skills: * Experience administering Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Microsoft Intune/Endpoint Manager. * Experience using IT service management (ITSM) or ticketing platforms such as Freshservice, Freshworks, ServiceNow, or similar systems. * Experience contributing to IT projects and initiatives, such as system migrations, platform integrations, infrastructure upgrades, or technology deployments. * Experience administering Linux environments (e.g., Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS), including command-line operations, service management, scheduling, and permissions administration. * Experience developing or maintaining scripts in PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages to automate administrative tasks. * Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Proxmox, or comparable technologies. * Familiarity with cloud infrastructure platforms, including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). * Experience supporting backup and recovery solutions, including backup validation, restoration procedures, and disaster recovery activities. * Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft AZ-900, MD-102, or equivalent technical certifications. ## Description Carbon Mapper is seeking a motivated and technically capable Junior IT Systems Administrator to join our team on a part-timebasis. This role is ideal for someone who is self-directed, approaches challenges with a thoughtful and methodical mindset, and is comfortable taking ownership of projects and tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision. The position is primarily remote, with occasional on-site support and collaboration requirements. Candidates must be located in,or within a reasonable commute distance of, Pasadena, California, and have reliable transportation to attend in-person meetings or provide on-site assistance as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Administer and support Windows and macOS endpoint devices. * Collaborate with managed service providers and security partners to support departmental objectives and operational needs. * Contribute to systems administration, infrastructure, and security-related projects and initiatives. * Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless access points. * Respond to escalated support requests and troubleshoot operating system, connectivity, hardware, software, and application issues. * Assist with patch management, vulnerability remediation, and endpoint security administration. * Support cloud-based environments, including Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and/or GoogleWorkspace; manage user accounts, access permissions, and software licensing. * Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation, including runbooks, standard operating procedures, asset inventories, and network diagrams. * Participate in backup validation, disaster recovery testing, and incident response activities. * Assist with device provisioning, configuration, imaging, deployment, and lifecycle management. * Identify, document, and communicate infrastructure risks, service gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement., This position is primarily remote, with periodic on-site support, meetings, and collaborative activities. 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