Systems Administrator at Charles River Associates

At Charles River Associates, we provide world-class economic, financial, and business management expertise to governments, corporations, and major law firms. For nearly six decades, our clients have relied on our rigorous, fact-based analysis to navigate complex regulatory proceedings and critical business strategy challenges. Our Information Technology department, a group of over 40 professionals, serves as the backbone of this mission by maintaining and evolving the infrastructure that powers our global operations. We are currently seeking a dedicated expert to join our team and help us optimize our hybrid environment.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to join us on a full-time basis. This is a hybrid position based in the United States, where you will play a vital role in managing our global infrastructure. We are a Microsoft-centric organization, and we need a seasoned professional who can help us maximize the performance of our on-premise systems while effectively integrating cloud technologies.

Core responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of infrastructure systems across our global datacenters.
• Ensure the security and integrity of our production and development environments while maintaining robust data backup and archive processes.
• Manage disaster recovery planning and testing, while participating in an on-call rotation to provide necessary production support.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should have at least 5 years of experience supporting large-scale enterprise infrastructures. We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Deep technical knowledge of VMware virtualization, including ESXi, vSphere, vCenter, and VDI.
• Extensive experience with MS Windows Server (2016-2025) and enterprise-level Active Directory.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and managing Office 365 services like Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with storage technologies and hardware platforms from vendors such as HP, Dell, or Cisco.
• The ability to document clear work instructions and perform thorough peer reviews.
• Possession of at least one professional certification is highly desirable.

Compensation and benefits

For candidates based in our Oakland, California office, the base wage range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000. Beyond your base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and the flexibility of a hybrid work model, which allows you to balance time in the office with remote work options.

How to apply

If you are passionate about building resilient infrastructure and want to contribute to a firm that values rigorous analysis and professional growth, we invite you to submit your application. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all our team members.