Systems Administrator II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +33 more states.

📋 Description

• Design, implement, and continuously enhance ActBlue’s internal IT systems.

• Configure, deploy, and oversee secure cloud-based IT systems that focus on identity management, MDM, endpoint security, and SaaS integrations.

• Collaborate with Security, Legal, and Data Governance stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and security configuration standards.

• Manage user identity lifecycle and access control, applying RBAC, least privilege principles, and conducting regular access audits.

• Develop and enforce data governance controls related to data classification, retention, loss prevention, and secure data handling.

• Create and maintain comprehensive systems documentation, playbooks, and user-facing knowledge resources.

• Design and implement automation processes for IT procedures including onboarding/offboarding, software provisioning, and compliance checklists.

• Assist in internal audits and compliance evidence collection by reviewing logs, change management records, and security controls.

• Stay updated on evolving regulatory, privacy, and security standards.

• Contribute to IT project delivery through meticulous project planning, vendor coordination, and implementation efforts.

• Report to the Senior IT Manager.

• Collaborate with Systems Administration and Desktop Support teams as well as across departments.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in systems administration.

• Proven experience in developing and executing compliance- and security-driven projects.

• Proficient in identity and access management platforms, MDM tools, and essential productivity/collaboration suites.

• Experience in applying best practices for endpoint hardening and security configuration.

• Strong familiarity with macOS environments, including the enforcement of security policies, maintenance of governance standards, and management of patch compliance across devices.

• Experience in integrating SaaS tools and platforms, including the planning and execution of system and data migrations.

• Exposure to workflow automation and orchestration tools.

• Familiarity with emerging agentic or AI-driven tools that enhance IT operations.

• Experience in implementing data governance controls and operationalizing data privacy standards.

• Knowledge of SOC 1, SOC 2, NIST, and PCI DSS compliance frameworks.

• Understanding of e-discovery and data handling policies and procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, particularly in technical documentation, policy writing, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

• Dedication to equity, accessibility, and a people-first approach to systems design and support.

• Availability during standard business hours, Monday through Friday.

• Potential availability for on-call duties and nontraditional hours as required.

• Proficiency in virtual communication tools such as Zoom and Slack.

• ActBlue is currently unable to sponsor work visas.

• A successful background check will be required at the time of offer, with consent.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and an unlimited time-off policy.

• Fully covered and trans-inclusive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.

• Fully-paid health reimbursement arrangement for out-of-pocket expenses.

• Fully-covered short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Fully-paid basic and AD&D life insurance.

• Option for voluntary supplemental life insurance.

• Flexible spending account options for dependent and health care expenses.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits.

• Automatic 2% employer-funded 401(k) contribution.

• An additional match of up to 6% on employee contributions.

• A minimum of three months paid medical, family, and parental leave, including for adoptions.

• Commuter or home-office benefits.

• A $1,000 home-office setup allowance for new full-time remote employees.

• Quarterly snack deliveries.

• Digital subscriptions to The Boston Globe and The New York Times.

• A collective bargaining agreement with Communication Workers of America (CWA), Local 1400.