Senior Level Lead System Administrator Jobs
Senior level lead system administrator jobs place experienced professionals in charge of infrastructure architecture, system reliability strategy, and the engineers and administrators who keep critical environments running. Openings concentrate across Automotive, Accounting & Auditing, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Amentum, Related, and Deloitte hiring at this level now.
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Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs.
The Position:
The Clarity PPM System Administrator serves as the central point of contact for schedules within the Clarity PPM system. In this role, the System Administrator is responsible for: 1) Managing the Clarity PPM environment, 2) developing and maintaining a library of standard Program and Project schedule templates and job aids, 3) guiding and assisting the Program/Project Managers when they apply these schedule templates to create program/project plans, and 4) proactively monitor in-flight programs/projects ensuring compliance with best practices and company policies to maintain data integrity.
Program & Project Guidance, Support and Monitoring
- Provide guidance and work closely with the Program/Project Managers when they:
- Develop a schedule - applying standard schedule template(s) - that aligns with the defined scope of work.
- Update schedules to reflect approved changes to the scope, timeline or resources.
- Review program/project schedules weekly and post status.
- Analyze schedule and integrated schedules for critical paths and constraints.
- Report and communicate regularly to stakeholders, translating complex project data and identifying potential risks that could affect the schedule and performance of the program or project.
- Identify and track interdependencies between Programs and proactively signal impacts, conflicts and risks.
- Performs system maintenance and monitors system performance.
- Establishes and ensures data integrity and security standards.
- Controls user access.
- Configures custom workflows, user profiles and system integrations.
- Keep up to date with Clarity PPM application best practices, performs system maintenance and monitors system performance.
- Develop project schedule templates that facilitate effective scheduling and promote application best practices for improved efficiency.
- Develop instructions and job aids to be used by the Program/Project Managers that will promote consistency, accuracy and ease of use when using Clarity PPM.
- Coordinate between all functional resource areas to ensure resources are properly identified and accounted for as part of the schedule templates.
The salary range of $119,000 - $199,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree is required in business, engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
- 8+ years in program management, portfolio governance, operations, business intelligence, product operations, and/or platform/tooling support in a complex enterprise environment.
- 5 years of hands-on work with Clarity PPM.
- 5 years of partnering with technology teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors or implementation partners preferred.
- 3 years of planning and executing projects using both Agile and predictive (Waterfall) based methods.
- Certification in Project Management, preferred.
- Hands-on knowledge of Broadcom Clarity PPM capabilities specifically in schedule creation and maintenance.
- Understanding standard project and portfolio management processes, including initiation/strategy, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and closure.
- Experience developing both predictive (waterfall) and agile-based project plans.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for coordinating with team members and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess schedule impacts and propose solutions.
- Attention to detail and time-management abilities to track multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation to support project cost and control.
- Proficiency with standard productivity tools (for example, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio) and familiarity with enterprise workflow and business intelligence tools.
- Requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
- Ability to travel on a limited basis should business needs require.
- At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.
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Who We Are:
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs.
The Position:
The Clarity PPM System Administrator serves as the central point of contact for schedules within the Clarity PPM system. In this role, the System Administrator is responsible for: 1) Managing the Clarity PPM environment, 2) developing and maintaining a library of standard Program and Project schedule templates and job aids, 3) guiding and assisting the Program/Project Managers when they apply these schedule templates to create program/project plans, and 4) proactively monitor in-flight programs/projects ensuring compliance with best practices and company policies to maintain data integrity.
Program & Project Guidance, Support and Monitoring
- Provide guidance and work closely with the Program/Project Managers when they:
- Develop a schedule - applying standard schedule template(s) - that aligns with the defined scope of work.
- Update schedules to reflect approved changes to the scope, timeline or resources.
- Review program/project schedules weekly and post status.
- Analyze schedule and integrated schedules for critical paths and constraints.
- Report and communicate regularly to stakeholders, translating complex project data and identifying potential risks that could affect the schedule and performance of the program or project.
- Identify and track interdependencies between Programs and proactively signal impacts, conflicts and risks.
- Performs system maintenance and monitors system performance.
- Establishes and ensures data integrity and security standards.
- Controls user access.
- Configures custom workflows, user profiles and system integrations.
- Keep up to date with Clarity PPM application best practices, performs system maintenance and monitors system performance.
- Develop project schedule templates that facilitate effective scheduling and promote application best practices for improved efficiency.
- Develop instructions and job aids to be used by the Program/Project Managers that will promote consistency, accuracy and ease of use when using Clarity PPM.
- Coordinate between all functional resource areas to ensure resources are properly identified and accounted for as part of the schedule templates.
The salary range of $119,000 - $199,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree is required in business, engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
- 8+ years in program management, portfolio governance, operations, business intelligence, product operations, and/or platform/tooling support in a complex enterprise environment.
- 5 years of hands-on work with Clarity PPM.
- 5 years of partnering with technology teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors or implementation partners preferred.
- 3 years of planning and executing projects using both Agile and predictive (Waterfall) based methods.
- Certification in Project Management, preferred.
- Hands-on knowledge of Broadcom Clarity PPM capabilities specifically in schedule creation and maintenance.
- Understanding standard project and portfolio management processes, including initiation/strategy, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and closure.
- Experience developing both predictive (waterfall) and agile-based project plans.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for coordinating with team members and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess schedule impacts and propose solutions.
- Attention to detail and time-management abilities to track multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation to support project cost and control.
- Proficiency with standard productivity tools (for example, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio) and familiarity with enterprise workflow and business intelligence tools.
- Requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
- Ability to travel on a limited basis should business needs require.
- At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.
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Senior Level Lead System Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level lead system administrator job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of enterprise infrastructure, not just hands-on technical skill. Candidates who stand out can point to systems they designed end-to-end, incidents they led the response to, and junior administrators they mentored. Certifications in cloud platforms, security, or virtualization strengthen an application, but documented leadership impact is what separates senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Which companies hire senior level lead system administrators?
Companies hiring senior level lead system administrators right now include Amentum, Related, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from large enterprises, government contractors, healthcare systems, and technology firms that operate complex, high-availability infrastructure and need experienced professionals to own it.
Are there remote senior level lead system administrator jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and infrastructure type. About 50% of senior level lead system administrator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at organizations that require periodic on-site presence for hardware, data center work, or security-sensitive environments.
What makes a lead system administrator role senior level?
Senior level lead system administrator roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence. Where a mid-level administrator executes within defined processes, a senior professional sets those processes, owns the architecture decisions behind them, and is accountable for system reliability across the organization. Mentoring junior staff, leading cross-functional projects, and driving long-term infrastructure strategy are standard expectations at this stage.
Which industries hire the most senior level lead system administrators?
Senior level lead system administrator roles concentrate in Automotive, Accounting & Auditing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate large, regulated, or mission-critical environments where experienced leadership over systems and infrastructure directly affects business continuity and security posture.