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Remote system administrator jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed tech teams, and cloud-native organizations in sectors from software and managed services to healthcare and financial technology. Employers hiring remotely right now include Horizon Industries, VetsEZ, and Osc Global. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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CMMS System Administrator
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Overview
Cushman & Wakefield's Client Technology Solutions team seeks to provide technology-enabled solutions supporting increased operational efficiencies and enhanced occupant experiences. By delivering best-in-class solutions driven by defined functional and experiential use cases, C&W offers a differentiated services model focused on a foundation of cost-effective solutions, optimized operational processes, and extensive technical expertise.
Our C&W Technology Team of Project Managers, Business Analysts & Solution Consultants work closely with our client and account stakeholders to identify potential opportunities to deliver value through technology and provide insights into solutions that support targeted outcomes. A thoughtful yet connected approach brings improved client outcomes and results in a strategy that is closely aligned to defined business objectives. The overall C&W objective is to provide an open, data-centric, technology ecosystem that can provide short-term value and long-term flexibility as operational and workplace requirements change and new opportunities emerge.
Our curated technology ecosystem and platform provide vetted solutions that specifically address operational challenges and opportunities as well as create enhanced experiences for occupants, employees, and visitors. C&W has worked with numerous industry-leading technology vendors to identify a connected and interoperable set of solutions.
This is a full-time position and can be located anywhere in the United States (preferably St. Louis, MO area) with the ability to work from home, office or hoteling space as required. Travel may be required.
The FEXA CMMS System Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the successful implementation, configuration, and ongoing management of the FEXA system within the CW Account. This position involves collaborating with the account team, participating in training sessions, and overseeing system administration tasks. The administrator serves as the primary point of contact for FEXA-related inquiries and support issues.
Role Description
- Participate in transition meetings related to FEXA and integrated systems (e.g., Yardi, JDE, MEM, Serraview, CoStar, Workday).
- Attend FEXA training sessions, including guest and full user training.
- Participate in 360 Systems Administrator training sessions.
- Collaborate with the C&W TDS Delivery Manager and account team during configuration and setup.
- Configure property settings (accounting codes, language designation, business hours, contacts).
- Manage user security profiles.
- Assist with data loading and configuration adjustments.
- Own the FEXA system and ensure its proper use and configuration.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for account team members regarding FEXA-related questions and support.
- Monitor and address system-generated support requests.
- Support account team users with password resets, security changes, and general inquiries.
- Coordinate with C&W IT for system issues, maintenance, and enhancements.
- Inactivate properties no longer managed by C&W (update quarterly billing).
- Manage user additions and removals based on SOP and SOC compliance.
- Oversee pick list values and configuration options.
- Maintain Vendor, Asset, Schedule, Inventory, and other deployed modules.
- Provide training or coordinate with C&W IT for ongoing training activities.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of FEXA and related integrated systems.
- Self-driven, organized and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in system administration tasks, including user management and configuration.
- Detail-oriented and proactive in addressing system-related issues.
- Familiarity with property management and compliance requirements.
- Strong knowledge in Real Estate Facilities Management preferred.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 63,750.00 - $75,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”Job Title
CMMS System Administrator
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Overview
Cushman & Wakefield's Client Technology Solutions team seeks to provide technology-enabled solutions supporting increased operational efficiencies and enhanced occupant experiences. By delivering best-in-class solutions driven by defined functional and experiential use cases, C&W offers a differentiated services model focused on a foundation of cost-effective solutions, optimized operational processes, and extensive technical expertise.
Our C&W Technology Team of Project Managers, Business Analysts & Solution Consultants work closely with our client and account stakeholders to identify potential opportunities to deliver value through technology and provide insights into solutions that support targeted outcomes. A thoughtful yet connected approach brings improved client outcomes and results in a strategy that is closely aligned to defined business objectives. The overall C&W objective is to provide an open, data-centric, technology ecosystem that can provide short-term value and long-term flexibility as operational and workplace requirements change and new opportunities emerge.
Our curated technology ecosystem and platform provide vetted solutions that specifically address operational challenges and opportunities as well as create enhanced experiences for occupants, employees, and visitors. C&W has worked with numerous industry-leading technology vendors to identify a connected and interoperable set of solutions.
This is a full-time position and can be located anywhere in the United States (preferably St. Louis, MO area) with the ability to work from home, office or hoteling space as required. Travel may be required.
The FEXA CMMS System Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the successful implementation, configuration, and ongoing management of the FEXA system within the CW Account. This position involves collaborating with the account team, participating in training sessions, and overseeing system administration tasks. The administrator serves as the primary point of contact for FEXA-related inquiries and support issues.
Role Description
- Participate in transition meetings related to FEXA and integrated systems (e.g., Yardi, JDE, MEM, Serraview, CoStar, Workday).
- Attend FEXA training sessions, including guest and full user training.
- Participate in 360 Systems Administrator training sessions.
- Collaborate with the C&W TDS Delivery Manager and account team during configuration and setup.
- Configure property settings (accounting codes, language designation, business hours, contacts).
- Manage user security profiles.
- Assist with data loading and configuration adjustments.
- Own the FEXA system and ensure its proper use and configuration.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for account team members regarding FEXA-related questions and support.
- Monitor and address system-generated support requests.
- Support account team users with password resets, security changes, and general inquiries.
- Coordinate with C&W IT for system issues, maintenance, and enhancements.
- Inactivate properties no longer managed by C&W (update quarterly billing).
- Manage user additions and removals based on SOP and SOC compliance.
- Oversee pick list values and configuration options.
- Maintain Vendor, Asset, Schedule, Inventory, and other deployed modules.
- Provide training or coordinate with C&W IT for ongoing training activities.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of FEXA and related integrated systems.
- Self-driven, organized and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in system administration tasks, including user management and configuration.
- Detail-oriented and proactive in addressing system-related issues.
- Familiarity with property management and compliance requirements.
- Strong knowledge in Real Estate Facilities Management preferred.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 63,750.00 - $75,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote system administrator jobs.
- 3-5 years of experience administering Windows Server or Linux in a production environment
- Proficiency with Active Directory, Group Policy, and user account lifecycle management
- Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V
- Familiarity with backup, disaster recovery, and patch management tools and processes
- CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent vendor certification preferred
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
Tips for Your Remote System Administrator Job Search
Prove your remote infrastructure experience upfront
List the remote access tools, monitoring platforms, and cloud environments you manage directly in your resume summary. Employers hiring remote system administrators want to see Ansible, Terraform, Azure, or AWS before they call you, not during the interview.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote system administrator openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your stack and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show async communication skills in your application
Remote system administrator teams rely on written documentation and async updates. Reference specific examples of runbooks, incident reports, or internal wikis you have written, because distributed teams hire people who communicate clearly in writing without prompting.
Target remote-first employers and managed service providers
Companies built around remote work already have the tooling, onboarding, and management practices for distributed system administrators. Managed service providers in particular hire remote system administrators regularly to support multiple client environments from a single location.
Remote System Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote system administrator job?
Target companies that are already remote-first or run distributed infrastructure teams, since those employers are built to onboard and support remote system administrators from day one. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to document systems without prompting. Certifications like CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Azure, or AWS give you an edge, as does demonstrated experience with remote access tools, VPNs, and ticketing systems like Jira or ServiceNow.
Which companies hire remote system administrators?
Employers currently hiring remote system administrators include Horizon Industries, VetsEZ, and Osc Global, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first software companies, managed service providers, and distributed healthcare and fintech teams tend to hire system administrators remotely at the highest volumes.
Can you get a remote system administrator job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land than in-office ones because employers expect you to troubleshoot and escalate independently without a senior colleague nearby. Your strongest substitute for experience is a home lab, a GitHub repo showing scripted automation, or a CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification. Smaller remote-first startups and managed service providers are more open to junior hires than large enterprises.
Do you need a degree for remote system administrator jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh practical skills and certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator or Red Hat Certified System Administrator, more heavily than a four-year degree for system administrator roles. A portfolio of real infrastructure work, documented runbooks, and scripting samples often carries more weight than a diploma when hiring managers are evaluating remote candidates.
Which industries hire the most remote system administrators?
Remote system administrator roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed teams and cloud infrastructure that must be maintained and secured by system administrators working across multiple time zones and locations.
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