Crete Professionals Alliance · 10 hours ago
IT Administrator
Edison, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelAdeptus is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals. They are seeking an IT Administrator to manage infrastructure, improve IT processes, and deliver reliable technology services while fostering a supportive workplace.
Accounting
Responsibilities
Maintain, configure, and support on-premises and cloud-based systems including servers, virtualization platforms, storage, identity management, and endpoint management tools
Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure AD, Intune/Endpoint Manager, and related enterprise services
Ensure system uptime, performance, and reliability by proactively monitoring and resolving issues before they impact operations
Support and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure, firewalls, wireless networks, VPN, and network security appliances
Perform configuration changes, firmware updates, and troubleshooting of connectivity and performance issues
Implement and enforce security best practices including patch management, MFA, least-privilege access, and endpoint protection
Assist with audits, compliance initiatives (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI), and incident response activities
Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical support after progressing from Help Desk roles
Mentor junior support staff and help develop standard operating procedures and knowledge base documentation
Drive continuous improvement in help desk workflows, ticket resolution processes, and user experience
Lead or participate in IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, hardware refresh cycles, and cloud adoption initiatives
Coordinate with vendors, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure project success
Oversee hardware/software lifecycle management including procurement, deployment, inventory tracking, and decommissioning
Manage OS and application patching schedules and automated update systems
Qualification
Required
Proven experience progressing from Help Desk Support to systems administration roles
Strong knowledge of Windows Server environments, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, networking fundamentals, and endpoint management
Experience with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), backup systems, and cloud technologies such as Azure or AWS
Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Preferred
Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, and advanced security tools
Familiarity with ITIL practices, documentation standards, and ticketing platforms (Jira, ServiceNow, etc.)
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Performance bonuses
Generous benefits package including health, 401(k), and paid vacation
Friday afternoons off during the summer
Firm involvement activities
Work-life balance with a flexible schedule
Continuing education and personal development training
Company
Crete Professionals Alliance
Crete Professionals Alliance is a group of accounting and professional services firms providing consulting and business solutions.
Founded in 2023
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-04-16Pre Seed
Leadership Team
Frank Zhang
Co-Founder
Jake Sloane
Co-Founder
Recent News
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2025-12-16
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