Associate Systems Administrator

2 Months ago • 2 Years + • System Admin • $67,000 PA - $80,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Associate Systems Administrator at Rockstar Games, you will be part of a team providing first-line technical support to a large game development team. Responsibilities include building, deploying, and configuring PCs, installing and upgrading software using Microsoft SCCM, managing Active Directory, maintaining asset inventory, documenting procedures, and procuring hardware. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring minimal downtime for end-users, and protecting company IP. The position is in Carlsbad, California.
Must have:
  • Provide first line technical support
  • Build and configure PCs
  • Install and upgrade software using SCCM
  • Manage Active Directory
  • Maintain asset inventory
  • Troubleshoot basic issues across various technologies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Familiarity of PC gaming hardware
  • Experience with Strong Auth
  • Experience with MDM tools
  • Experience with PowerShell
  • Familiarity with SCCM
  • Knowledge of Linux and Apple Operating Systems

Job Details

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar San Diego is on the lookout for a talented Associate Systems Administrator who possesses a passion for IT and providing first line support within a busy technology driven company.

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s new state-of-the-art game development studio in Carlsbad, CA. 

WHAT WE DO

  • We are a friendly, close-knit team who are part of the larger global R* IT family.
  • We provide desktop hardware and software support to the studio, including installation, maintenance and purchasing.
  • Our main goal is to give the highest level of service to ensure minimal downtime for the end user.
  • We are process and procedure driven with an emphasis on accurate documentation.
  • We work in a very fast-paced environment with new obstacles around every corner.
  • We are always very security oriented with a drive for protecting company IP.
  • We are environmentally aware ensuring we recycle all our old IT kit and printer toners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide first line technical support to a large game development team.
  • Build, deploy and configure PC’s and development consoles for new/existing employees.
  • Install and upgrade software using Microsoft SCCM.
  • Upgrade hardware and peripherals as required by the development teams.
  • Active Directory – Managing users, computers, groups and OU structures.
  • Maintain asset inventory, including regular physical stock checks.
  • Document and maintain accurate installation and procedure guides.
  • Moving IT equipment to help with studio and team re-organization.
  • Procurement of all hardware, software, peripherals, etc.
  • IT storeroom housekeeping, hardware recycling and maintaining secure disposal processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2+ years of professional IT or equivalent experience.
  • A strong ability to troubleshoot basic issues across various technologies.

SKILLS

  • Thorough understanding of Microsoft Windows and O365.
  • Basic knowledge of Active Directory.
  • Experience with ServiceNow or some other ticketing system.
  • Ability to install, upgrade and maintain PC workstation hardware.
  • Ability to work well within a team and use own initiative.
  • Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate excellent problem skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to follow instructions and processes.
  • Self-motivated and organized.
  • Customer service focus.
  • Willing to work additional hours to meet the demands of the role.
  • Willing to be flexible with regards to shift patterns.
  • On call to cover out-of-hours support for the studio at busy periods.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

  • Familiarity of PC gaming hardware.
  • Experience with Strong Auth (Okta, MFA, Windows Hello, etc.)
  • Experience with MDM tools (AirWatch, Jamf, etc.)
  • Experience with PowerShell.
  • Familiarity with SCCM.
  • Knowledge of Linux and Apple Operating Systems.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.                                   

** For those based in Toronto, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants and employees as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar, and consistent with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

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