{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"15e6cef77223da7075fac738","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/15e6cef77223da7075fac738","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/15e6cef77223da7075fac738","title":"System Administrator","description":"Title: Systems Administrator\r\nLocation: Houston, TX\r\nWho We Are\r\nVoted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI)\r\nis a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 12,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.\r\nWhy Kuraray\r\nKuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.\r\nAs a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.\r\nPosition Summary\r\nThe Systems Administrator is responsible for administering, securing, and modernizing Kuraray Americas hybrid IT infrastructure, including on-premises systems, Microsoft cloud services, end-user computing platforms, and related business applications.\r\nThis role ensures reliable IT operations across corporate and manufacturing environments, partnering with global IT teams, vendors, and managed service providers to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing technology solutions.\r\nThe Systems Administrator contributes to IT roadmap execution, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives that enable business performance and growth.\r\nConsistent with existing internal documentation, this role focuses on ensuring system stability, performance, and security while supporting users and business operations.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInfrastructure, Cloud & Systems Administration\r\nAdminister servers, virtualization platforms, storage systems, network devices, cloud resources, and business applications.\r\nConfigure and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file and print services.\r\nSupport Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune).\r\nMaintain hybrid connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud environments.\r\nMonitor system health, capacity, performance, availability, and compliance.\r\nEndpoint, Identity & Collaboration Platforms\r\nSupport endpoint lifecycle management including provisioning, configuration, patching, and application deployment.\r\nAdminister identity and access management (IAM), including MFA, conditional access, and privileged access controls.\r\nEnsure a secure, reliable end-user collaboration and productivity environment.\r\nIT Service Management & Operational Support\r\nTroubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, application, endpoint, and access-related issues.\r\nParticipate in incident, problem, request, and change management processes.\r\nExecute maintenance, upgrades, and patching with proper testing and communication.\r\nProvide timely and clear updates to stakeholders to minimize business disruption.\r\nSecurity, Compliance & Resilience\r\nImplement secure configuration standards and controls in partnership with IT Security.\r\nSupport compliance with internal policies, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory requirements.\r\nMaintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.\r\nAssist with audits, risk assessments, and remediation activities.\r\nAutomation, Documentation & Continuous Improvement\r\nAutomate and standardize IT operations using scripting (e.g., PowerShell) and monitoring tools.\r\nMaintain technical documentation, runbooks, and knowledge articles.\r\nEvaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements.\r\nContribute to IT modernization and roadmap initiatives.\r\nAsset, Vendor & Project Coordination\r\nMaintain CMDB, asset inventories, and licensing records.\r\nCoordinate with vendors and managed service providers to ensure SLA performance.\r\nSupport procurement, renewals, and vendor engagements.\r\nAssist with IT projects including planning, testing, and implementation.\r\nSite Support & Travel\r\nProvide onsite and remote support across Kuraray America locations.\r\nSupport plant systems, conference room technology, and business-critical events.\r\nTravel approximately 10% domestically (potential for international travel).\r\nProvide after-hours support for outages, upgrades, and critical business needs.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, or a related field or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent relevant experience.\r\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) required.\r\nMinimum of 3 years of experience supporting IT infrastructure within a hybrid, multi-site enterprise environment.\r\nHands-on experience with core infrastructure technologies, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware).\r\nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 services, including Entra ID, Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams.\r\nExperience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell) and managing endpoint environments.\r\nSolid understanding of cybersecurity best practices, including access controls, multi-factor authentication, and endpoint protection.\r\nExperience with IT service management (ITSM) processes such as incident, change, and problem management, along with strong troubleshooting capabilities.\r\nStrong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.\r\nAbility to support after-hours work as needed and travel up to 10%\r\nCompetencies\r\nCustomer Focus\r\nBuilding strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.\r\nBusiness Insight\r\nApplying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.\r\nCultivates Innovation\r\nCreating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.\r\nAction Oriented\r\nTaking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.\r\nEnsures Accountability\r\nHolding self and others accountable to meet commitments.\r\nDrives Results\r\nConsistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance\r\nCollaborates\r\nBuilding partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.\r\nValues Difference\r\nRecognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization\r\nCommunicates Effectively\r\nDeveloping and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.\r\nCourage\r\nStepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.\r\nInstills Trust\r\nGaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.\r\nSituational Adaptability\r\nAdapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations\r\nWe offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.\r\nOur employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.\r\nApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.\r\nLearn more at\r\nkuraray.us.com/careers/\r\nKuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status\r\nNo third-party candidates accepted.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socket","rawCompany":"socket","city":"Pasadena","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-08T01:49:45.556Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"System Administrator","description":"Title: Systems Administrator\r\nLocation: Houston, TX\r\nWho We Are\r\nVoted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. 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As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.\r\nPosition Summary\r\nThe Systems Administrator is responsible for administering, securing, and modernizing Kuraray Americas hybrid IT infrastructure, including on-premises systems, Microsoft cloud services, end-user computing platforms, and related business applications.\r\nThis role ensures reliable IT operations across corporate and manufacturing environments, partnering with global IT teams, vendors, and managed service providers to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing technology solutions.\r\nThe Systems Administrator contributes to IT roadmap execution, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives that enable business performance and growth.\r\nConsistent with existing internal documentation, this role focuses on ensuring system stability, performance, and security while supporting users and 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This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.\r\nOur employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.\r\nApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.\r\nLearn more at\r\nkuraray.us.com/careers/\r\nKuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status\r\nNo third-party candidates accepted.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-08-08T01:49:45.556Z","dateModified":"2026-08-08T01:49:45.556Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Socket","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Pasadena","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"15e6cef77223da7075fac738"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/15e6cef77223da7075fac738"}}