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Reporting to the Director of IT Infrastructure, the Senior IT Systems Administrator plays a critical role in owning, scaling, and securing Harness’ corporate IT environment. This is a hands-on, senior individual contributor role focused on identity, SaaS platforms, device management, automation, and security in a fast-growing, global company.
This position is ideal for someone who has already operated at scale, is comfortable owning systems end-to-end, and thrives in environments where automation, security, and user experience matter.
Reporting to the Director of IT Infrastructure, the Senior IT Systems Administrator plays a critical role in owning, scaling, and securing Harness’ corporate IT environment. This is a hands-on, senior individual contributor role focused on identity, SaaS platforms, device management, automation, and security in a fast-growing, global company.
This position is ideal for someone who has already operated at scale, is comfortable owning systems end-to-end, and thrives in environments where automation, security, and user experience matter.
Administer identity and access management platforms (Okta, SSO, SCIM, lifecycle workflows)
Manage and optimize SaaS applications (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Atlassian, Slack, etc.)
Lead device management for macOS and mobile platforms using MDM solutions (Kandji (Iru), ManageEngine)
Serve as a primary SME for core corporate IT systems
Design, build, and maintain automation workflows using Workato, BetterCloud, Okta Workflows, and similar tools
Identify manual or error-prone processes and proactively replace them with scalable automation
Skip the repetitive application forms
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5+ years in a similar role in a growing or enterprise environment
Experience supporting 1,000+ end users across multiple locations
Proven ability to operate independently and own systems without heavy oversight
Deep experience with:
Google Workspace
Okta (SAML/OIDC, SCIM, Lifecycle Management, Workflows)
Atlassian, Slack, BetterCloud
Kandji MDM (profiles, patching, library items)
Strong macOS and Windows 11 administration experience
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, hardware basics)
Strong grasp of access controls, RBAC, and security best practices
Experience applying security frameworks in day-to-day operations
Comfortable balancing security requirements with user experience
Scripting experience (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
Experience integrating or leveraging AI-driven IT tools
Prior experience in high-growth or SaaS companies
You’ll own systems, not just tickets
Heavy emphasis on automation and scale, not manual admin work
Partnership with security, engineering, and business leaders
Influence over tooling, architecture, and IT standards
Competitive salary
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible work schedule
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Time Off and Parental Leave
Monthly, quarterly, and annual social and team building events
Monthly internet reimbursement
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
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We have become aware that there may be fraudulent recruiting attempts being made by people posing as representatives of Harness. These scams may involve fake job postings, unsolicited emails, or messages claiming to be from our recruiters or hiring managers.
Please note, we do not ask for sensitive or financial information via chat, text, or social media, and any email communications will come from the domain @harness.io. Additionally, Harness will never ask for any payment, fee to be paid, or purchases to be made by a job applicant. All applicants are encouraged to apply directly to our open jobs via our website. Interviews are generally conducted via Zoom video conference unless the candidate requests other accommodations.
If you believe that you have been the target of an interview/offer scam by someone posing as a representative of Harness, please do not provide any personal or financial information and contact us immediately at security@harness.io . You can also find additional information about this type of scam and report any fraudulent employment offers via the Federal Trade Commission’s website ( https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams) , or you can contact your local law enforcement agency.
Harness is a private software company providing AI software delivery and DevOps automation to engineering teams.
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Full-time
Senior · 5+ years experience
Hybrid
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