Striking Distance Studios is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join their IT Operations team and support the infrastructure that powers their AAA game development studio.
Requirements
- Administer and maintain core IT infrastructure including Windows, macOS, and Linux systems
- Manage on-premise servers, virtualization environments, storage systems, and SaaS platforms
- Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity to ensure reliable studio operations
- Perform system updates, patching, and lifecycle maintenance across infrastructure systems
- Maintain backup systems and support disaster recovery readiness
- Assist in managing and maintaining studio network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and wireless networks
- Support networking platforms such as Cisco Meraki and Palo Alto environments
- Troubleshoot network connectivity issues impacting developer workstations, servers, and studio services
- Maintain core networking services including DNS, DHCP, and VLAN configuration
- Maintain and support studio build infrastructure and build servers used by development teams
- Administer identity and access systems including Active Directory, Okta, and other authentication platforms
- Manage user provisioning and access control across enterprise systems and SaaS applications
- Support secure onboarding and offboarding processes for studio employees and contractors
- Assist in maintaining secure infrastructure through system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management
- Monitor security alerts and assist in incident response activities
- Work with internal security teams to ensure systems follow studio security standards
- Serve as an escalation point for complex IT support issues across the studio
- Assist with troubleshooting workstation, application, and infrastructure issues when required
- Support endpoint management platforms such as Jamf, Intune, or similar tools
- Maintain documentation for infrastructure systems, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides
- Contribute to operational improvements and standardization across studio systems
- Assist in managing infrastructure projects and technology rollouts
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
