WHO WE LOOK FOR
An SEI-er is a master communicator and active listener who understands how to navigate an audience. Self-aware, almost to a fault, SEI-ers keenly understand how to adjust their support and problem solving based on the situation. Following a logical, fact-based approach, SEI-ers possess the superior ability to see correlations others may not, ask the right questions and drive solutions.
As super-connectors, they connect not only people, but data, trends and experiences. Mature, humble, and genuine, SEI-ers frequently go above and beyond for both their clients and their colleagues. SEI-ers are ethical and trustworthy individuals who consistently and repeatedly follow through, and hold true to their values in difficult situations. SEI-ers have an insatiable curiosity and love to learn. These individuals are commonly tech savvy and early adopters. Their passion for learning is infectious and excites others. As every project is different, an SEI-er must be adaptable and comfortable with unexpected situations. SEI-ers define ambition differently. They are authentic, low-maintenance individuals who truly enjoy one another- they like to hang out with colleagues outside of work, collaborate and hold one another accountable. SEI-ers enjoy working with genuine, thoughtful folks who want to steer clear of the traditional grind and share the joy of day-to-day life and activities with colleagues, friends, and family.
The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for supporting and evolving SEI’s cloud-first technology foundation, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable systems that enable over 600 employees across 14 offices nationwide. This role is part of SEI’s Shared Services organization and plays a critical role in empowering employees through modern technology, strong security practices, and continuous process improvement.
This position is hands-on and autonomous by design, ideal for a Microsoft-focused systems administrator who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and proactively improving environments. SEI-Services is located in Cincinnati, OH, however, this role is open to remote candidates outside of the Cincinnati area.
Key Focus Areas
Microsoft Cloud & Systems Administration
Administer, optimize, and support SEI’s Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, and endpoint management platforms.
Security Operations & Identity Management
Support and enhance SEI’s security posture through identity, access, endpoint, and email security initiatives aligned with internal policies and best practices.
Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline systems, automate workflows, improve documentation, and reduce friction across internal technology processes.
Project Ownership & Vendor Collaboration
Lead or co-lead application implementations, upgrades, migrations, and proof-of-concept initiatives, partnering with vendors as needed.
End User Enablement & Escalation Support
Provide occasional Tier 2/3 support for complex issues, ensuring system reliability and strong end-user experiences.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Microsoft Systems & Cloud Expertise
- Strong experience administering Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Entra ID.
- Hands-on experience managing Azure resources and cloud configurations.
- Solid experience with Intune for Windows and macOS endpoint management.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently in a cloud-first environment.
Security Awareness & Risk Mindset
- Experience supporting or administering Microsoft Defender and related security tooling.
- Knowledge of identity management, MFA, conditional access, and access controls.
- Comfort implementing security controls aligned with internal policies and governance standards.
Ownership, Curiosity & Process Improvement
- Proven ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with teammates and stakeholders.
- Strong documentation habits, including SOPs and knowledge base materials.
- Interest in improving systems and workflows through light automation (e.g., Power Automate).
Collaboration & Communication
- Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical users.
- Team-oriented mindset, thriving in a Shared Services environment where success is measured by enabling others.
- Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to prioritize effectively.
- Fully cloud-based environment with no legacy on-prem infrastructure.
- Occasional after-hours support required only for rare, high-priority incidents.
- Minimal travel; most work is performed from the Cincinnati office or remotely.
- Shared Services team environment focused on enablement, reliability, and continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Alignment to SEI’s core values: Excellence, Participation, Integrity, and Collaboration
- Hungry, Humble, Smart- defined at SEI as:
Hungry: Proactive, self-motivated, and driven to continuously improve systems, processes, and outcomes
Humble: Team-first, collaborative, open to feedback, and focused on shared success over individual credit
Smart: Demonstrates strong judgment, clear communication, and practical problem-solving skills
- Strong experience administering Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
- Hands-on experience with identity management, Intune, and SaaS application integrations
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of systems and projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Authorization for permanent employment in the United States (this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
- Microsoft certifications such as AZ-104, MD-102, AZ-900, MS-900, SC-900, or SC-300
- ITIL Foundation certification or familiarity with IT service management practices
- Experience supporting SaaS platforms and integrations (e.g., Workday, HubSpot, Coursera, FreshService)
- Experience with SSO, SAML, OAuth, and modern identity integrations
- Exposure to email security, phishing simulation tools, or Jamf (or similar endpoint platforms)
A career at SEI extends beyond maintaining systems—this role offers the opportunity to shape and evolve a modern, cloud-first technology environment that directly impacts the daily experience of hundreds of employees. As a Senior Systems Administrator, you’ll have broad ownership, meaningful influence, and the chance to continuously improve how technology supports the business.
SEI offers a collaborative, values-driven culture where Shared Services plays a vital role in company success. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants autonomy, impact, and the ability to build and improve systems that truly matter.
Systems Evolution, Inc. (SEI) is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Top Skills
What We Do
SEI is a management consulting firm delivering fresh perspectives and reliable results.
There’s always a better way to do business — and we’ve got 30 years of evidence to prove it. We help some of the world’s most recognizable brands solve problems, create opportunity, and achieve more than they could alone. If you haven’t heard of us, that’s by design.
At SEI, we let the work do the talking. We deliver results without the overhead and flash that costs clients time and money. Instead, our national team creates no-nonsense solutions grounded in real-world perspectives and expertise.
Because if we’ve learned anything since 1992, it’s that great work speaks for itself
