Trust Administrator Jobs
Trust Administrator jobs are open across banks, trust companies, wealth management firms, and family offices, from entry-level associates to senior and principal administrators, with specializations in estate settlement, special needs trusts, and corporate trustee services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Location: Suitland, MD
- Type of environment: Onsite
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Amount of Travel: 5%
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizen
Public trust
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
We are seeking a Lead Linux Administrator. The ideal candidate is responsible for enterprise Linux administration, RHEL patching, vulnerability remediation.
6 years of experience in administration of relevant operating/software systems for task (e.g., Linux, Unix)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, patching, vulnerability remediation
- Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
- Public Trust
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Certification or Graduate of Technical/Trade School, or an additional 6 years of relevant experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
- dminister and maintain enterprise Linux environments.
- Support server deployment, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
- Perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation.
- Monitor system availability, performance, and capacity.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities.
- Develop automation and operational efficiencies where appropriate.
- Lead Linux-related modernization and migration activities
- Provide senior-level administration and support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) server environments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Domain Name System (DNS), DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC), and Protective DNS (PDNS) services.
- Design, implement, configure, and maintain Cisco email security appliances and associated messaging infrastructure.
- Support DNS architecture, security, and operational enhancements to ensure reliability, performance, and compliance.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures for Linux, DNS, and email service operations.
- Maintain system security, data integrity, and access controls across Linux, DNS, and email infrastructure environments.
- Administer user accounts, assign permissions, manage passwords, and monitor system resource utilization.
- Perform system backups, recovery operations, and disaster recovery support activities to ensure service continuity.
- Maintain application data files, system configurations, and operational control procedures for enterprise platforms.
- Install, test, and implement software releases, system upgrades, patches, and security updates.
- Lead and administer approved system changes in accordance with established change management and configuration control processes.
- Support enterprise applications and services hosted on Linux and related infrastructure platforms.
- Develop and utilize office productivity, reporting, and data management tools to support operational and administrative requirements.
- Monitor and maintain the reliability, availability, and operational performance of enterprise server systems.
- Ensure compliance with system administration standards, security policies, and operational procedures.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
- Location: Suitland, MD
- Type of environment: Onsite
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Amount of Travel: 5%
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizen
Public trust
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
We are seeking a Lead Linux Administrator. The ideal candidate is responsible for enterprise Linux administration, RHEL patching, vulnerability remediation.
6 years of experience in administration of relevant operating/software systems for task (e.g., Linux, Unix)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, patching, vulnerability remediation
- Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
- Public Trust
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Certification or Graduate of Technical/Trade School, or an additional 6 years of relevant experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
- dminister and maintain enterprise Linux environments.
- Support server deployment, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
- Perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation.
- Monitor system availability, performance, and capacity.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities.
- Develop automation and operational efficiencies where appropriate.
- Lead Linux-related modernization and migration activities
- Provide senior-level administration and support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) server environments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Domain Name System (DNS), DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC), and Protective DNS (PDNS) services.
- Design, implement, configure, and maintain Cisco email security appliances and associated messaging infrastructure.
- Support DNS architecture, security, and operational enhancements to ensure reliability, performance, and compliance.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures for Linux, DNS, and email service operations.
- Maintain system security, data integrity, and access controls across Linux, DNS, and email infrastructure environments.
- Administer user accounts, assign permissions, manage passwords, and monitor system resource utilization.
- Perform system backups, recovery operations, and disaster recovery support activities to ensure service continuity.
- Maintain application data files, system configurations, and operational control procedures for enterprise platforms.
- Install, test, and implement software releases, system upgrades, patches, and security updates.
- Lead and administer approved system changes in accordance with established change management and configuration control processes.
- Support enterprise applications and services hosted on Linux and related infrastructure platforms.
- Develop and utilize office productivity, reporting, and data management tools to support operational and administrative requirements.
- Monitor and maintain the reliability, availability, and operational performance of enterprise server systems.
- Ensure compliance with system administration standards, security policies, and operational procedures.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trust administrator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, law, or a related field
- Experience administering trusts, estates, or fiduciary accounts
- Knowledge of applicable state trust law and fiduciary standards
- Proficiency in trust accounting software such as SunGard AddVantage or SEI
- CTFA or CFTA certification or active enrollment in the program
- Strong written communication skills for correspondence with beneficiaries and attorneys
Tips for Your Trust Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to fiduciary language
Hiring managers in trust administration scan for terms like fiduciary duty, discretionary distributions, and trust accounting. Replace generic finance language with these specifics, and name the trust administration software platforms you have used in prior roles.
Highlight your CTFA or CFTA credentials
The Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation signals specialized competency that sets candidates apart from general financial services applicants. If you are pursuing it, list it as in-progress so employers know you are committed to the credential pathway.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trust administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by trust type specialty
Job listings for trust administrators often specify irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, or special needs trusts. Filtering and applying to postings that match your hands-on experience keeps your application relevant and your cover letter specific rather than generic.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently present hypothetical beneficiary disputes or discretionary distribution requests. Walk through your reasoning process clearly, referencing the trust document and applicable state law, to show you can balance fiduciary obligations with beneficiary relationships.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base salary
Trust departments at banks often structure offers with professional development stipends, exam reimbursement for CTFA or CFTA, and flexible scheduling. Asking about these during offer discussions can add meaningful value beyond the base figure alone.
Trust Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trust administrators?
The most active employers for trust administrators right now are Idaho Trust, TekSynap, and Columbia Bank, and the most openings are in Idaho, Colorado, and Delaware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional banks and independent trust companies frequently post openings alongside national wealth management firms.
How many trust administrator jobs are remote?
About 0% of trust administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more common in document review, compliance, and trust accounting roles than in positions requiring direct beneficiary relationship management. Firms that serve national client bases tend to offer the most location flexibility for experienced candidates.
How do you become a trust administrator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, pre-law, or a related field. Gain foundational experience in banking, wealth management, or estate planning, ideally in a support or associate role within a trust department. Pursue the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation to deepen your knowledge of fiduciary law, tax rules, and investment oversight. Building familiarity with trust accounting software and state-specific trust statutes strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Can I get a trust administrator job with little or no experience?
Yes, many trust departments hire entry-level associates or trust assistants who handle account maintenance, document processing, and beneficiary correspondence under senior supervision. A relevant degree, coursework in estate law or taxation, and demonstrated attention to detail matter more than years of experience at the outset. Some employers also hire paralegals or bank operations staff who can demonstrate familiarity with legal documents and fiduciary concepts, then train them on trust-specific workflows.
What does the trust administrator interview process look like?
Most trust administrator interviews include an initial phone or video screen with a recruiter or hiring manager, followed by one or two rounds of in-person or video interviews with department leaders and sometimes compliance staff. Expect scenario-based questions about how you would handle a beneficiary distribution dispute, interpret trust document language, or manage competing beneficiary interests. Some employers add a brief written exercise involving a sample trust account situation to assess your analytical and communication skills.
Where can I find and apply to trust administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to trust administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that matches your background.
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