System Administrator (Cloud) at NY CREATES – Albany, New York

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Position Title: System Administrator (Cloud)

Location: Albany, NY Category: Administrative Posted On: Mon Mar 23 2026 Job Description:

Position Summary, System Administrator (Cloud)

The Systems Administrator (Microsoft 365 Focused) is responsible for the day-to-day administration, support, and optimization of the organization's Microsoft 365 environment and AD. This role ensures reliable operation of core collaboration, messaging, identity, and cloud services. This position is hands-on and operationally focused, supporting end users, managing configurations, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Microsoft Entra ID.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, patching, account provisioning, and administration of Windows servers, applications, and data storage systems relating to NY Creates and its affiliated partners.
• Support all Microsoft server related general roles (AD, DHCP, DNS, File and Printer shares)
• Perform support for desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.
• Participate in design discussions for new hardware, network, cloud, or application deployments.
• Accountable for successful delivery of assigned tasks and projects.
• There will be a heavy focus on supporting Microsoft 365 cloud solutions.

Microsoft 365 Administration

• Administer Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive.
• Manage user accounts, mailboxes, shared mailboxes, distribution lists, and Microsoft 365 groups.
• Support Teams policies including external access, guest access, and meeting policies.
• Manage licensing assignments and tenant-level configurations.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 Service Health and resolve service-related issues.

End User & Operational Support

• Provide Tier 2/Tier 3 support for Microsoft 365-related issues.
• Troubleshoot mail flow, permissions, and sharing issues.
• Support device and user access issues related to cloud services.
• Create and maintain documentation, SOPs, and how-to guides.
• Generate reports related to licensing, mailbox usage, and security configurations.

Collaboration & Infrastructure Support

• Work closely with network, security, and infrastructure teams.
• Support integration between Microsoft 365 and third-party systems.
• Technical competencies in: Microsoft 365 suite of applications, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint administration, Active Directory, Microsoft Group Policy, Intune, SCCM, WSUS, Windows administration for Server 2016 and greater, PowerShell, VMWare, MFA

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, System Administrator (Cloud)

• Associate degree in information technology, Computer Science degree from college or University accredited by the US Department of Education internationally recognized accrediting organization OR related field with 5 plus years of experience working in an organization's IT systems environment is recommended.
• 2-5+ years of Systems Administration experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on Microsoft 365 administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and Entra ID.
• Experience managing user provisioning and lifecycle processes.
• Working knowledge of PowerShell.
• Experience with Active Directory and hybrid environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Possess knowledge of best practices for maintaining information security.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, and display patience and understanding when working with other employees who struggle to master new technologies.
• Ability to work calmly and methodically under pressure and against tight deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team as well as independently; demonstrated.
• Ability to multitask, adapt to changes quickly, stay productive, and manage your time efficiently

Preferred Qualifications, System Administrator (Cloud)

• Bachelor's degree preferred in computer science or a related field and/or Technical School or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Microsoft certifications (MS-102, SC-300, or related).
• Experience with Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager.
• Artificial intelligence (AI) experience/administration
• NetApp (or equivalent shared storage) administration
• ListServ administration
• Mobile Device Management
• Disaster Recovery / Backup Experience
• Knowledge of CMMC Level 2 Compliance

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY which is an Equal opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.