Systems and Networks Administrator

About The Role

Imagine stepping into a place where every system you touch powers teams that are redefining aerospace and defense. As our Systems and Networks Administrator, you will play a key role in managing, securing, and optimizing a broad range of IT systems across the organization. Acting as a versatile "jack of all trades," this role requires deep experience across core platforms such as Microsoft 365, AWS, Jira, Windows Server, and network technologies, while maintaining a holistic and proactive security mindset. We are looking for someone who can ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of all systems and infrastructure supporting business operations.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

• Administration, monitoring and optimization of Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Defender, Entra ID, Intune).
• Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure in AWS, including identity sources, networking, security controls, HPC, SAML, Route53.
• Support and maintain Windows Server environments: Active Directory, file services, system patching, back-ups.
• Administer and customize Atlassian Jira and Confluence, ensuring alignment with team workflows and integrations.
• Collaborate in network infrastructure operations with switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, site connectivity, and basic SD-WAN operations.
• Design of networks and subnet allocation for new facilities and maintenance, monitoring, and incident resolution.
• Apply security best practices across systems and networks, ensuring compliance, monitoring, and incident response readiness.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across systems, networks, cloud platforms, and applications.
• Consultations of IT support specialists regarding software and hardware settings, assistance in resolving complex incidents.
• Contribute to IT strategy discussions and propose ways of implementation, improvements to enhance performance, security, and reliability of IT systems.
• Maintain documentation of IT systems, configurations, and processes.

Requirements

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in systems and network administration, with broad cross-platform exposure.
• Certifications such as Microsoft 365 Administrator, AWS Associate/Professional, Network+, CCNA, or security-focused credentials (e.g., Security+) are advantageous.
• Strong Microsoft 365 administration skills, including identity, access control, automation, device management, monitoring, and incident resolution.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and modern cybersecurity frameworks. ISO27001, ABDO, NIS, etc.
• Familiarity with monitoring platforms (PRTG, SolarWinds, CloudWatch, SIEM tools, SOC/NOC).
• Linux administration (basic to intermediate).
• Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD tooling.
• Understanding virtualization solutions (VMware/Hyper-V) and storage technologies.
• Strong Windows Server and Active Directory skills.
• Competent with AWS services, security groups, IAM, networking, and resource configuration.
• Deep understanding of OIDC, SAML 2.0, SCIM, and MFA flows. Experience integrating complex SaaS platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Slack, HRIS tools) with Entra ID.
• Experience with automation or scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Solid understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalls, VPNs).
• Strong Windows Server and Active Directory skills.
• Ability to translate technical constraints into business solutions for non-technical stakeholders.

Who You Are

You move fast, think sharp, and stay steady when things get complex. You love diving into mixed tech environments and solving problems across systems without getting boxed in. Ownership motivates you, collaboration fuels you, and security is always on your mind. You communicate clearly, act with integrity, and bring a proactive, improvement-driven mindset to everything you touch. You want to make real impact in a place where innovation is the everyday baseline.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

The Thrill of the Future – Work on cutting-edge projects that redefine aerospace.
Global Innovation Hub – Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world.
Fast-Paced & High-Growth – Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company.
Real Impact – Your work won't be theoretical—it will shape the future of flight.

Destinus is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

Destinus – Challenge the limits of time, space, and human potential.