Remote Security Systems Administrator Jobs

Remote Security Systems Administrator jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed enterprise teams, and managed security service providers in sectors including finance, healthcare, and technology. Employers hiring remotely right now include NTT DATA, BAE Systems USA, and Michigan State University. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles307+
Top employerNTT DATA
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring100+

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Marketing Technology Administrator (Remote)
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Marketing Technology Administrator (Remote)
CliftonLarsonAllen
Atlanta, Georgia
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$79k - $133k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Legal Operations Administrator
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Legal Operations Administrator
Consortium Networks
Remote
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$51k - $58k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate of Applied Science

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Network Administrator
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Network Administrator
Softheon
New York, New York
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Systems Administration
$71k - $90k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
51-200

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Junior Salesforce Administrator
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Junior Salesforce Administrator
Amtex Systems Inc
Remote
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Pre-Award Research Administrator Sr
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The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Customer Service & Support
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Remote Security Systems Administrator Job Market

Who's Hiring

NTT DATA8 open roles
BAE Systems USA7 open roles
Michigan State University5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote security systems administrator jobs.

  • Experience administering access control platforms such as Lenel, Genetec, or Software House
  • Hands-on knowledge of IP-based video surveillance and camera management systems
  • Ability to program, troubleshoot, and maintain intrusion detection and alarm systems
  • CompTIA Security+, PSP, or equivalent security-industry certification
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, electronics, or a related field
  • Experience reading and interpreting security system schematics and technical documentation

Tips for Your Remote Security Systems Administrator Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote security systems administrator openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through location-based listings that don't apply to you.

Prove your async communication skills upfront

Remote security teams depend on written handoffs, incident documentation, and ticket notes to stay aligned across time zones. Include examples of runbooks, escalation logs, or change management write-ups you have produced in past roles to show you can communicate clearly without real-time back-and-forth.

Show your remote toolset on your resume

List the specific platforms you have used for remote security operations, such as SIEM tools, endpoint detection and response platforms, VPN administration consoles, and remote desktop management software. Remote employers filter quickly for tool familiarity because onboarding time for off-site hires is limited.

Prepare for remote-specific interview scenarios

Remote hiring panels often ask how you handle an alert or access incident when you can't walk to a colleague's desk. Prepare concrete examples of how you have diagnosed and resolved security issues asynchronously, escalated through written channels, and kept stakeholders informed without in-person coordination.

Remote Security Systems Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote security systems administrator job?

Target companies with distributed IT teams or fully remote operations, since these employers are built to support off-site security work from day one. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and hands-on proficiency with tools like SIEM platforms, remote access management systems, and ticketing software. Candidates who can document past independent troubleshooting, show comfort with async collaboration, and demonstrate familiarity with cloud-based security infrastructure consistently stand out in remote screening.

Which companies hire remote security systems administrators?

Remote security systems administrator roles are posted by NTT DATA, BAE Systems USA, and Michigan State University and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology companies, managed security service providers, and distributed financial services firms make up the largest share of remote openings in this role.

Can you get a remote security systems administrator job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level security systems administrator roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently without in-person support. Remote-first MSPs and smaller distributed technology teams are the most likely to hire candidates early in their careers. Showing a home lab setup, a CompTIA Security+ or similar certification, and clear written documentation of your problem-solving process can substitute for formal work history when experience is limited.

Do you need a degree for remote security systems administrator jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weigh hands-on skills, vendor certifications such as CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft credentials, and a demonstrated ability to manage security systems without supervision more heavily than a four-year degree. Remote roles do raise the bar for self-sufficiency, so employers look closely at what you have actually configured, monitored, and resolved rather than where you studied.

Which industries hire the most remote security systems administrators?

Remote security systems administrator roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Energy, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams managing sensitive data and infrastructure across multiple locations, which makes remote security systems administration a practical and common staffing choice.

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