What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Associate Systems Administrator - Cloud & Field Operations position at Spheros Environmental?
Brief Description
Part Time Associate Systems Administrator - Cloud & Field Operations
Location: Hybrid - based out of Petaluma, CA
Compensation: $42 - $55/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Sonoma Technology, a Spheros Environmental company, is looking for a hands-on Associate Systems Administrator to support AWS infrastructure and field communications systems used in environmental monitoring programs. The role has two core functions: Participate in recurring OS patching, security maintenance, and routine cloud/system administration across our AWS environments and provide remote technical support to field teams, including networking break-fix assistance, communications troubleshooting, and OS-level support for deployed systems and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Part Time Associate Systems Administrator - Cloud & Field Operations
Location: Hybrid - based out of Petaluma, CA
Compensation: $42 - $55/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Sonoma Technology, a Spheros Environmental company, is looking for a hands-on Associate Systems Administrator to support AWS infrastructure and field communications systems used in environmental monitoring programs. The role has two core functions: Participate in recurring OS patching, security maintenance, and routine cloud/system administration across our AWS environments and provide remote technical support to field teams, including networking break-fix assistance, communications troubleshooting, and OS-level support for deployed systems and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud systems administration: Plan and execute OS patching cycles; conduct routine security and access reviews; apply configuration updates across distributed AWS environments; and support maintenance and monitoring using industry-standard RMM and EDR platforms.
- Field & communications support: Procure, configure, deploy, and maintain wireless networking equipment, cellular services, and field PCs (Windows/Linux) used in field studies and industrial fenceline monitoring projects.
- Operational discipline & collaboration: Coordinate maintenance windows with project teams; track work through ticketing systems; maintain documentation; and follow structured operational and security procedures.
- 2–5 years of relevant IT systems administration experience (cloud or hybrid environments preferred)
- Solid networking fundamentals (routing, VPN, firewalls, wireless)
- Comfortable administering both Linux and Windows systems in a production environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of AWS services and cloud administration best practices, including security, monitoring, and resource management
- Experience supporting distributed/remote devices is a plus
- AWS certification is a plus
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Hourly rate range of $42.00 - $55.00, with opportunities for bonuses and 401(k) contributions.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training, conference opportunities, and pathways to leadership and ownership roles.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work options and flexible remote work opportunities in approved states.
- Global Impact: Potential for national and international travel for project oversight and client engagement.
- Inclusive Culture: We are an equal opportunity employer that fosters a diverse and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities to provide clients with services from all of Spheros Environmental practice areas.
Salary : $42 - $55