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Position Summary
The Systems and Platform Administrator I is a hybrid role within the Digital organization, blending advanced end-user support with foundational systems and platform administration. This position delivers responsive Tier 2/3 technical support, supports endpoint deployment and lifecycle processes, and assists with the monitoring, maintenance, and reliability of enterprise systems and endpoint environments.
Key Responsibilities
- End-User Support & Escalations: Provide Tier 2/3 support for Windows, macOS, mobile devices, and enterprise applications; troubleshoot hardware, operating system, application, and basic network connectivity issues; document incidents and resolutions in the ticketing system; follow defined SLAs; and escalate complex issues when appropriate.
- Endpoint Support & Deployment: Assist with endpoint management platforms such as Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, and Jamf; support device provisioning, imaging, software installation, and deployment processes; help maintain inventory and asset records; and follow endpoint security, compliance, and configuration standards.
- Systems & Platform Administration Support: Assist with monitoring enterprise systems, servers, and virtual environments; support user account provisioning, access management, and basic group policy administration; participate in system patching, updates, and maintenance activities; and support backup and recovery procedures under guidance.
- Collaboration & Documentation: Create and maintain knowledge base articles and technical documentation to support issue resolution, repeatable processes, and operational consistency; and communicate clearly with end users and stakeholders regarding incidents, service status, and planned updates.
- Continuous Learning & Improvement: Build foundational skills in systems administration and platform tools; identify opportunities to improve support processes and efficiency; and participate in team knowledge sharing, training, and operational improvement activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows and macOS environments.
- Basic understanding of endpoint management tools, including Intune, Jamf, and Configuration Manager/SCCM.
- Foundational knowledge of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, VPN, DNS, and DHCP.
- Platform Tools: Exposure to virtualization environments (e.g., VMware, cloud infrastructure), active directory environments, and enterprise backup/restore workflows.
- Strong customer service, communication, and follow-through skills.
- Ability to follow documented processes, work under guidance, and escalate appropriately.
- Interest in developing systems administration, automation, and platform engineering capabilities.
Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2-3 years of experience in IT support, desktop support, service desk escalation, or a related technical support role.
- Demonstrated experience handling service desk tickets, customer support requests, and technical documentation.
Preferred Certifications
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+.
- Microsoft, Apple, or Jamf support certifications.
- Endpoint management or cloud fundamentals certifications are a plus.
Additional Operational Expectations
- Support endpoint security and compliance initiatives, including vulnerability remediation, access reviews, patch compliance, and adherence to least privilege standards.
- Assist with administration and support of enterprise collaboration and operational tools such as ServiceNow, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, VMware, Okta, and PowerShell automation workflows as applicable.
- Track and maintain service quality metrics including SLA adherence, documentation accuracy, customer satisfaction, ticket quality, and asset inventory accuracy.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Duties are performed primarily in a standard office or technical support environment.
- Requires extensive use of computers, communication systems, and collaboration platforms.
- May require approximately 5% of travel via automobile or airplane.
The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.
Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or@myworkday.com).
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting accommodations@f5.com.
