As a global leader in cybersecurity, Crowd Strike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on Crowd Strike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every Crowd Striker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented Crowd Strikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

The Crowd Strike Information Technology Service Desk (ITSD) Team is looking for an IT Systems Administrator to join our North Sydney office. The ITSD Team is a key component of the Crowd Strike global team and is critical to the smooth and effective daily operations of all Crowd Strike team members. This position will facilitate, implement, troubleshoot, and problem solve in support of our internal Crowd Strike users. Additionally, they will work to enhance the ITSD Team’s service delivery, systems, and operational process and procedures.

This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and challenging environment. Candidates should be interested in expanding their breadth of knowledge, constantly learning new technologies and processes, solving difficult problems, coming up with creative and unorthodox solutions and thinking well on their feet, all in support of providing world-class customer service.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as a front-line Service Desk team member by managing inbound support requests and facilitating resolution for our internal customers

• Maintain an operational knowledge of the latest Mac, Windows and Linux OS server and desktop features, best practices and system/application configurations

• Manage Crowd Strike endpoints via SCCM, Jamf and Air Watch. This includes monitoring, securing, updating, patching, troubleshooting, automating and optimizing laptop, desktop and mobile systems

• Contribute to streamlining, optimizing and simplifying employee application experiences, improving application usability and interoperability, testing new application releases and researching new solutions to customer demands or recurring problem sets

• Configure new-hire systems and perform IT on-boarding for new employees

• Act as a local resource for hands-on and eyes-on assistance in the server/networking room

• Potential occasional travel to remote offices for similar projects

• Collaborate with IT Service Desk Team members and other teams’ subject matter experts when working on projects or new initiatives

• Implement, improve and document new and existing policies, procedures and processes for various IT systems

• Maintain inventory and assist with asset procurement, delivery and shipping

• Provide support for A/V equipment in office conference rooms

• Assist in supporting employees in the office as necessary

• Assist with tasks as assigned by the manager which may involve providing support to other areas of the business, as required

What You'll Need:

• Effective communication, patience, tenacity and follow-through in tracking, troubleshooting and bringing to resolution internal customer support calls

• Ability to explain complex technical concepts/procedures/policies to non-technical internal customers; collaborate and coordinate with members of other teams to track, isolate and resolve technical issues

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with scripting or reverse engineering scripts in PowerShell, Bash, Python with exposure to scripting for task automation (JAMF/SCCM)

• Experience with systems management and automation including a basic understanding of Group Policy, WSUS and automation services

• Experience with basic troubleshooting and network concepts with a fundamental understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, IP addressing, connectivity troubleshooting, cabling, etc..

• Fundamental understanding of the Linux, Windows and Mac command line, services, data manipulation, installation and system operation

• Experience with VMWare or Hyper-V virtualization, including deployment, management and troubleshooting

• Mid to advanced understanding of security concepts and best practices

• Experience with mail flow and basic troubleshooting on mail systems such as Exchange and Google Apps

• Strong task and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, triage, resolve and escalate in an efficient and effective manner

• Intermediate knowledge of OS concepts and Active Directory account creation and maintenance with some OU and Security Group management

• Tangible understanding of security best practices, worst practices, concepts and real-world applications

• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills; speak fluent English

• Must be capable of lifting 50lbs

Benefits of Working at Crowd Strike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge

• Paid parental and adoption leaves

• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

Crowd Strike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

Crowd Strike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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