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Uusimaa, Finland (On-site)

IT Systems Administrator

1 Week ago • 4 Years + • Administrative

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Job Description

Ookla seeks an experienced IT Systems Administrator to manage and maintain its IT systems, servers, and network infrastructure, primarily supporting the Helsinki office. Responsibilities include system maintenance and troubleshooting, server and network management (switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs), migrating on-premises VMs to AWS, implementing security measures, providing Tier 2 end-user support, and managing software and hardware assets. The role also involves collaborating with the global IT team to ensure smooth operation of internal services and implementing best practices for security and data protection. Documentation of current systems and participation in end-user support are also required.

Must have:

4+ years in systems administration
Advanced Mac OS X System Administration
Windows experience in Active Directory/Entra ID
Networking expertise (Wi-Fi, firewalls, etc.)
Linux server and laptop admin experience
System maintenance and troubleshooting
Server and network management

Good to have:

Relevant university degree
Experience in IaC and system automation

Perks:

Competitive annual leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Comprehensive benefits plans
Pension plan contribution
Paid maternity and parental leave
Wellness benefits
Professional growth opportunities
Lunch and Sports vouchers
Commuter benefits
Volunteer paid time off
Internet and phone allowance
Modern office environment

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Description

Position at Ookla

Ookla^® is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest^®, Downdetector^®, RootMetrics^®, and Ekahau^®. Ookla’s complementary datasets combine crowdsourced and controlled, public and private collection methods, QoS and QoE metrics, and more to unlock correlations and actionable insights — helping organizations optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and create better connected experiences for end-users.

Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who love solving problems, are motivated by challenges, and enjoy turning clever ideas into exceptional products. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to advance our mission of better connectivity for all.

We’re seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and security of Ookla’s IT systems, servers, and network infrastructure. In this role, you will oversee the maintenance and monitoring of our systems, with a particular focus on the Helsinki office. Your duties will include ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of IT systems, designing and implementing network security measures, managing Active Directory and Entra ID, administering Mac and Windows laptops through MDM, and planning and executing server migrations to AWS. You will also document current systems to assist our growing team and provide Tier 2 support to our users, participating in end-user support as needed. Additionally, you’ll manage our software and hardware assets and work with the Ookla IT team to ensure the smooth operation of internal services for Ookla teams globally while implementing best practices for security and data protection.

We are committed to providing you a flexible work environment where individuality, fun, and talent are all valued equally. If you consider yourself innovative, adept at collaboration, and you care deeply about the work you do, we want to talk!

Expectations for Success

System maintenance and troubleshooting
Server and network management
Configuring and maintaining network switches, routers, firewalls, and VPN connections.
Planning and migrating on-premises VMs to AWS
Implement and maintain security measures to protect systems and data.
Backup and recovery
Tier 2 end-user support
Software and license management

Requirements

We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your life experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.

4+ years in systems administration.
Advanced Mac OS X System Administration experience in a corporate environment.
Prior experience with Windows in an Active Directory and/or Entra ID environment.
Networking experience: Wi-Fi, Firewalls, Switching/Routing, VLAN, DHCP, DNS, VPN.
Linux server and laptop admin experience
English proficiency
Reliable, organized, friendly, team player
Eager to learn and grow within the role
Background check required
You should be located in the Helsinki metropolitan area to work primarily from the office

Nice to Have

Relevant university degree
Experience in IaaC and system automation

Benefits

We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to):

Competitive annual leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) options
Comprehensive benefits plans (health care, insurance)
Pension plan contribution
Paid maternity and parental leave
Wellness benefits (Sports and culture benefits, ERG groups, etc)
Professional growth opportunities
Lunch and Sports vouchers
Commuter benefits
Volunteer paid time off
Internet and phone allowance
Nice modern office environment in the center of Helsinki

You will have the best hardware, software, and tools available for you to do your work, and we provide excellent flexibility for working remotely as time and responsibilities allow. To promote your success and growth we offer educational opportunities, and anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries, team activities, and many more.

If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. [Read our latest diversity report from our parent company here.] Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We want to ensure candidates have everything they need throughout our application and hiring process. If you have any individual needs related to disability or accessibility, we encourage you to contact recruiting@ookla.com and let us know how we can best accommodate you.

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