Associate IT System Administrator
Role Overview
As an IT System Administrator, you will keep Dragos's systems, networks, and end-user environments secure, available, and well-documented.
You will work directly with The IT team to maintain infrastructure, support employees, and improve how IT operates.
The role is hybrid.
You will work on-site in Maryland a few days each week and remotely the rest.
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain servers, workstations, and network equipment across Windows, Linux, and virtualized environments
- Administer Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy, and user access
- Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity, and resolve issues quickly
- Manage patching and vulnerability remediation across systems and endpoints
- Maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes, and test them on a regular schedule
- Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for hardware, software, and network issues
- Handle employee onboarding and offboarding, including accounts, equipment, and permissions
- Enforce security controls such as endpoint protection, MFA, and least-privilege access, in line with Dragos security policy
- Document systems, configurations, and procedures accurately
- Track IT assets, licenses, and vendor relationships
- Automate routine tasks where it saves time and reduces error
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience in systems administration or a similar IT role
- Strong working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory
- Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune)
- Solid networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and firewalls
- Experience with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V) and backup solutions
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently
- Direct, clear communication and a service-oriented approach to supporting users
- Ability to work on-site in Maryland several days each week
- Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or equivalent experience
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft MS-102 or AZ-104, or MCSA/MCSE, preferred
- Scripting experience in PowerShell, Python, or Bash, preferred
- Linux administration and cloud platform experience (Azure or AWS) preferred
- Familiarity with ITIL, SOC 2, NIST, or similar frameworks, preferred
- Interest in OT/ICS or critical infrastructure security
- Salary: $68,000
- Competitive Equity Package
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan
- Dragos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local laws. All new hires must pass a background check as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft MS-102 or AZ-104, or MCSA/MCSE, preferred
- Scripting experience in PowerShell, Python, or Bash, preferred
- Linux administration and cloud platform experience (Azure or AWS) preferred
- Familiarity with ITIL, SOC 2, NIST, or similar frameworks, preferred
About Dragos
Dragos specializes in industrial cybersecurity, offering a platform that provides visibility, threat detection, and response capabilities for operational technology environments.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsApply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at Dragos
Associate Principal Resident Engineer - Americas
, USA
Sr. Technical Account Manager - Americas
, USA
Senior Software Development Engineer - UI/UX
, USA
Senior Order Operations Analyst
, USA
Lead Customer Success Manager - APAC
, AUS
Senior Customer Success Manager- West
, USA
Device Engineering Manager
, USA
Principal Product Advisor
, GBR
