IT Systems Administrator

Clay County Utility Authority • Main Office, CA

2d • $57,953 - $87,412

About The Position

The IT Systems Administrator administers and supports the organization’s IT infrastructure, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, Microsoft 365, VMware, server and storage systems, endpoint management, and enterprise backup and recovery. The role supports infrastructure reliability, security, compliance, and performance through system administration, troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrades, and documentation.

The position resolves escalated technical issues involving servers, authentication, virtualization, storage, and network services; supports cybersecurity and vulnerability remediation; and participates in scheduled maintenance, recovery activities, and an IT on-call rotation as required. It also coordinates with vendors as needed and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or equivalent Microsoft certification.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, and Tier 2 support.
• Experience administering Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, and Microsoft 365 services.
• Experience with SCCM/MECM, WSUS, Intune, or comparable endpoint management platforms.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and administrative automation.
• Experience with server patching, software deployment, and enterprise backup/recovery operations.
• Customer service orientation and professional, courteous support.
• Problem-solving ability, including proactively identifying trends and implementing solutions.
• Team-oriented approach and ability to collaborate within IT and across departments.
• Adaptability to varied technical issues and changing priorities.
• Attention to detail in documentation and compliance standards.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users and document solutions professionally.
• Reliability in providing consistent IT support.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA certification.
• Experience with enterprise network equipment, including Cisco switches and/or Fortinet firewalls.
• Experience with VMware vSphere (ESXi/vCenter); familiarity with Dell PowerEdge, PowerStore, or Data Domain.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Zabbix, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file services, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, and Microsoft 365.
• Maintain VMware vSphere (ESXi and vCenter), Dell PowerEdge servers, Dell PowerStore storage, and PowerProtect Data Domain systems, including provisioning, performance, capacity, and availability.
• Support enterprise backup, replication, and disaster recovery operations, including job monitoring, restore testing, and recovery documentation.
• Administer SCCM/MECM, WSUS, and Intune for endpoint management, software deployment and app packaging, patch management, and compliance reporting.
• Implement system hardening, access controls, and security best practices across servers, endpoints, and supporting infrastructure.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, server migrations, system implementations, testing, and change management activities.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for administrative automation, routine maintenance, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Administer Carbon Black and NetMotion, including policy configuration, exclusions, connectivity, and troubleshooting.
• Support cybersecurity initiatives, vulnerability remediation, security monitoring, and implementation of technical controls.
• Maintain Visio infrastructure diagrams, system inventories, technical SOPs, configuration records, and operational documentation.
• Resolve escalated support issues involving servers, authentication, virtualization, storage, and network services; coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Monitor infrastructure health and performance, investigate recurring problems, and recommend improvements to reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security baselines, patching requirements, internal policies, and IT standards.
• Participate in scheduled maintenance, recovery activities, and an IT on-call rotation as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays and annual leave for vacation, personal, and sick time.
• Three comprehensive medical plan options for employees and dependents, including two plans with 100% paid employee coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Employer-sponsored health savings account (HSA).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan participation beginning on the first day of employment, with a variety of investment options.
• Supplemental accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program.
• Membership allowance for the fitness center of the employee’s choice.
• Annual flu shots, biometric screenings, health risk assessments, and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED