or apply directly on Vast's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 103 days Vast's roles stay open a median of 103 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 35% of Vast's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Vast
- high 202 stale, 5 reposted of 202 open
- Hiring momentum
- 67 roles opened in the last 90 days ↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-11-14
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Vast's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Vast.
About this role
As a Senior IT System Administrator at Vast, you will manage and enhance the IT infrastructure supporting the development of human-rated space stations. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing enterprise-scale Windows Server infrastructure, managing Active Directory environments, and overseeing endpoint management and patch compliance. You will also provide training to users and ensure the reliable operation of IT systems across the organization.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Vast as an employer.
What you need
- 4+ years of experience in IT system administration in an enterprise environment
- 4+ years of experience with endpoint management tools (e.g., JAMF, Intune, GPO)
- Demonstrable experience in patch management across diverse environments
- Solid understanding of server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) and virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
- Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or Bash for task automation and installation
- Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (subnets, VLANs, routing)
Nice to have
- Proficiency in administering and managing endpoint and server automation systems
- Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade patch management tools (e.g., WSUS, Ivanti, or Automox)
- Strong understanding of SaaS solutions and their integration into existing IT infrastructure
- Experience working within regulatory frameworks (ITAR, NIST, FedRAMP) and maintaining compliance
- Proven ability to independently manage complex IT projects with cross-functional impact
What you get
- Base salary varies depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand
- Company equity
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability insurance
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of the tech stack beyond Windows Server and endpoint management tools
- The role requires willingness to work evenings and/or weekends for critical mission milestones
- The position involves lifting up to 25lbs unassisted
Summarised from Vast's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Vast on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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