The Nuclear Company

Senior Systems Administrator

The Nuclear Company · Washington , DC or Columbia, SC

Posted 15 days ago · $121,000 - $143,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
15 days
The Nuclear Company's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
68% of The Nuclear Company's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at The Nuclear Company
high
46 stale, 4 reposted of 84 open
Hiring momentum
111 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

The Senior Systems Administrator at The Nuclear Company will be responsible for securely administering and scaling Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, managed endpoints, AWS, and Windows/Linux server environments. This role involves automating workflows, enhancing compliance, and serving as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex issues while collaborating with various departments to maintain operational reliability and audit readiness.

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2/5
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4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • At least 5 years of progressive systems administration experience
  • Strong Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Entra ID administration experience
  • Hands-on endpoint and server administration experience using Intune across Windows, macOS, and iOS
  • Advanced PowerShell automation skills
  • Solid command of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs)

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience with JAMF Pro for endpoint management
  • Experience with zero-trust architecture
  • Experience in a regulated or high-assurance environment such as nuclear or energy
  • Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53
  • Familiarity with automation tools beyond PowerShell

What you get

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Worth weighing

  • No remote work mentioned, position is based in Washington, DC or Columbia, SC
  • Fast-paced environment may require adaptability to ambiguity
  • Emphasis on AI and automation may require continuous learning and adaptation

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