The Organization

Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives. We do this by engaging each of our scholars in a restorative, relevant school experience that prioritizes personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for the post-Maya pathway of their choice. With an education in our network of schools, our scholars will do more than succeed – they will thrive!

If you are interested in learning more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit our website at www.seeforever.org.

The Touchstone

At the Maya Angelou Schools, the key to our success is rooted in building trusting, respectful, and nurturing relationships with each other. We strive to create safe spaces for all to be able to reach their limitless potential. We are at our best when we work together to ensure the unique needs of our community are met. We empower each other to grow successfully so we can see forever! This is how we live the Maya Way, even when no one is watching.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Technology, the Information & Technology Systems Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the information systems’ network and will keep the network computing systems operating efficiently. They will ensure that computing standards are implemented and enforced for all organization sites and work to maintain and support a technology model for all Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation campuses.  

 Responsibilities

• Administer and manage organizational cloud-based platforms
• Provide organization-wide support for a variety of operating systems and software applications 
• Develop and administer disaster recovery plans, including local and cloud backup
• Maintain on-premises virtual VMware vSphere environments
• Maintain and document software registrations and licensing
• Support and maintain VOIP telephone systems
• Administer firewall security, including site-to-site and end-user VPNs
• Research technical issues, stay abreast of technology changes and advances, and provide recommendations/ justifications for enhancements and upgrades
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for IT network infrastructure

 Knowledge and Skills 

• Meraki Network Management
• Cisco Switch Management
• Microsoft 365
• Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune)
• SonicWall Firewall technology
• Windows Server Technology
• Azure Cloud Administration
• Apple Mac OS Management
• Google Workspace/Google Suite
• Active Directory
• DHCP and DNS 
• Print Management 
• Group Policy
• Entra ID

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in IT or a related field (required)
• 3 to 5 years of experience in an IT System Administrator role or similar position (required)
• Experience at a school or in an educational setting (preferred) 
• Cisco CCNA Certification (or equivalence) and any relevant Microsoft cloud certification (required) 

Salary and Benefits

Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, we offer a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, student loan refinancing options, and the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.