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Senior System Administrator

  • Remote (
    Everywhere
    )
  • |Full Time
Posted: 1 year ago
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About the job

We are hiring an experienced IT System Administrator to help us scale, secure, and optimize our cloud infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in AWS, Terraform, and cloud automation, who also brings hands-on experience with services like Amazon FSx, Amazon WorkSpaces, and Amazon Q Business.

You’ll be a key contributor to infrastructure design, automation, monitoring, and Zero Trust security enforcement using tools like Spacelift, Zabbix, Zscaler, and Checkpoint CloudGuard.

What you’ll do

  • Manage and enhance AWS infrastructure, including core services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC) and enterprise solutions such as Amazon FSx (Windows file storage), Amazon WorkSpaces (virtual desktops), and Amazon Q Business (AI-powered knowledge search).
  • Define and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code with Terraform, orchestrating deployments and policy enforcement using Spacelift or equivalent.
  • Set up and manage monitoring solutions with Zabbix to ensure infrastructure performance and reliability.
  • Implement and support Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) using Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) for secure remote access.
  • Enforce cloud security practices through Checkpoint CloudGuard, covering workload protection and compliance.
  • Experience with managing an IDP (Okta or equivalent) users, groups logic, and application integration.
  • Collaborate with development and IT teams to manage infrastructure code via GitHub, with a focus on stability, peer review, and traceability.
  • Automate routine processes and improve system efficiency through scripting (Bash, Python, or similar).
  • Document infrastructure standards, system configurations, and operational runbooks.

What you bring

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience managing AWS infrastructure in production environments.
  • Strong expertise in Terraform, with a track record of managing infrastructure via code.
  • Experience with Spacelift or equivalent tools for Terraform deployment pipelines.
  • Operational knowledge of Amazon FSx (especially Windows File Server), Amazon WorkSpaces.
  • Familiarity with Zabbix for infrastructure monitoring.
  • Working knowledge of Zscaler (ZTNA) Or equivalent and Checkpoint CloudGuard or equivalent for security and access control.
  • Working knowledge of MDM solutions for Mac and WIndows (Jamf, Endpoint Central or equivalent).
  • Skilled in using GitHub for code versioning, collaboration, and review workflows.
  • Competence in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, or similar languages.

Bonus points if you have

  • AWS certifications (e.g., SysOps Administrator, Solutions Architect, or Security Specialty).
  • Experience with hybrid cloud models or on-prem integrations.
  • Understanding of compliance requirements (CIS Benchmarks).
  • Familiarity with enterprise identity and access management (IAM, SSO, MFA enforcement).
  • Any of the following certifications: MCSA, CCNA, RHCSA, Jamf Certified Associate, AWS SysOps Administrator, Terraform Associate, Cloud and Infrastructure Certifications.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and full benefits
  • Flexible working environment (remote-friendly)
  • A strong DevOps culture with automation at its core
  • Opportunity to shape a modern, secure, scalable infrastructure

Ready to apply?

If you’re passionate about infrastructure automation, AWS technologies, and secure cloud operations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us directly to learn more.

About MyHeritage

MyHeritage is the leading global platform for family history. It enriches the lives of people worldwide by enabling them to uncover more about themselves and where they belong. With a suite of intuitive products, billions of historical records, an affordable at-home DNA test, and AI-powered photo tools, MyHeritage creates a meaningful discovery experience that is deeply rewarding. The MyHeritage platform is enjoyed by tens of millions of people around the world who treasure and celebrate their heritage. MyHeritage offers full privacy controls and is available in 42 languages. Learn more at www.myheritage.com.

About the company

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Grow your family tree, find new relatives, and explore billions of historical records201-500 Employees
  • 4.8
    Highly rated
    MyHeritage is highly rated on Glassdoor, with 4.8 out of 5 stars
  • 4.6
    Work / Life Balance
    Employees rate MyHeritage 4.6/5 on Glassdoor for work / life balance
  • 4.5
    Strong Leadership
    Employees rate MyHeritage 4.5/5 on Glassdoor for faith in leadership
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Funding

AMOUNT RAISED
$49M
FUNDED OVER
5 rounds
Rounds
E
$25000000
Series E - Nov 2012+4

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