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About the Role
Andersen is seeking a motivated Senior Associate to join our Technology team as a System Administrator. This role is crucial for supporting the firm’s core infrastructure, global scaling, cloud modernization, and integration of newly acquired firms. You will manage daily operations, cloud migrations, system performance, and patching, while also serving as an escalation point and mentor.
Responsibilities
- Administer and support core Microsoft infrastructure, including Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365, Windows Server platforms, and enterprise applications within a global hybrid environment.
- Manage server lifecycle including provisioning, configuration, patching, and decommissioning with a focus on automation and consistency.
- Monitor system health, performance metrics, logs, and alerts using centralized tooling to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact the business.
- Partner with infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity teams to maintain stable, resilient operations across U.S. and international offices.
- Maintain and improve documentation, configuration standards, and operational procedures to support audit readiness and knowledge transfer.
- Serve as an escalation resource and mentor for junior IT staff, contributing to team skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Administer identity governance including RBAC, group policy, and access controls across Active Directory and Azure AD / Entra ID.
- Support and contribute to security initiatives including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), endpoint monitoring, and compliance audit readiness.
- Assist in system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and enforcement of security best practices across on-premises and cloud platforms.
- Participate in security incident response, root cause analysis, and post-incident remediation planning.
- Support the firm’s evolving Zero Trust posture as it applies to identity, device, and access management.
- Support Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms including tenant configuration, migrations, and ongoing optimization efforts.
- Develop, maintain, and improve automation scripts using PowerShell and Azure automation tools to reduce manual toil and improve operational consistency.
- Assist with modernization initiatives including Microsoft Intune deployment, cloud-based endpoint management, and policy enforcement.
- Support the integration of newly acquired firms, new office locations, and global infrastructure onboarding into the Andersen environment.
- Contribute to infrastructure-as-code and repeatable deployment practices where applicable.
- Administer backup and recovery platforms ensuring data protection standards are met across all critical systems.
- Support and participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and documentation.
- Ensure systems meet defined Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) as part of the firm’s business continuity framework.
- Validate backup integrity through periodic testing and reporting.
- Collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones, including counterparts in the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions.
- Provide operational support as part of an on-call rotation, responding to after-hours incidents and critical system events.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Contribute to firmwide technology projects, including cloud migrations, office build-outs, and platform consolidation initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 3+ years of hands-on system administration or infrastructure support experience in a corporate or enterprise environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Azure, Microsoft 365, and Active Directory / Entra ID.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and VLANs.
- Experience with scripting and automation, with PowerShell strongly preferred.
- Proven troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose complex, multi-layered infrastructure issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and time zones.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire.
- Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).
Skills
- Active Directory
- Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Microsoft 365
- Windows Server
- PowerShell scripting
- Azure
- Microsoft Intune
- VMware vSphere
- Hyper-V
- Enterprise backup, recovery, and replication tools
- Zero Trust security model
- DNS
- DHCP
- TCP/IP
- VLANs
Location
- Buffalo, New York
Work Type
- Full-time
- On-call rotation
Experience Level
- Senior Associate
- 3+ years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- CompTIA A+
- Network+
- Security+
- AZ-900
- AZ-802
- MS-102
Salary/Compensations
- $84,500 - $100,000
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation
- Benefits package
- Discretionary employee bonus program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (160 hours annually)
- Twelve paid holidays
About the Company
- Andersen is a trailblazing force with the most extensive global presence among professional services organizations.
- We offer expertise in Tax, Valuation, and Business Advisory.
- We work with clients spanning every industry, regardless of their size.
- We are free from independence-related constraints that may hinder other firms.
- We are a community that thrives on diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration.
- Our focus is on employee development, helping individuals flourish as leaders, colleagues, and trusted advisors.
- We provide world-class education, immersive experiences, and invaluable mentorship.
Equal Opportunity
- Andersen Tax is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
- We evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
- All qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable law.
- We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances as required by law.