System Administrator II
About The Position
Responsible for system support, performance, and availability of the global IT infrastructure (7x24). Provides support for operating systems, servers, storage, backup, FTP software, mail routing, and all related IT infrastructure. Monitor and troubleshoot systems, implement upgrades/changes, and assess organization's current and future needs. Primary support for on Premise, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform’s Windows, Linux, and SQL platforms. Resolve operational problems and work with vendors on an as needed basis. This Hybrid role requires in-person work at our Westminster, CO office 3 days a week. Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company that helps employees thrive at work and at home by partnering with employers to offer high-quality child care, elder care, and educational support. Our workplace reflects this commitment—with collaborative environments, meaningful benefits, and a culture that supports both career growth and personal well-being. Whether you’re caring for children or powering the systems and partnerships that make it all possible, at Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Computer Science, a minimum of 3 additional years of experience would be considered in lieu of degree
- 4+ years related professional IT experience
- Knowledge of systems installation and maintenance.
- Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Communication skills to exchange information and resolve problems with clients/users/vendors.
- Ability to be on-call 24x7
- Experience with configuration, deployment, and administration of Intel-based server hardware.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Active Directory Services, DNS, Microsoft Exchange, Scripting, Disaster Recovery concepts, High Availability concepts, and Storage concepts (i.e. NAS/SAN).
Nice To Haves
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Initiative and follow through
- Ability to work independently
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to work well under pressure & time constraints
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Ability to identify opportunities, technical risks and impacts of technology solutions
Responsibilities
- System administration, functionality, security/audit, compliance, and maintenance
- Windows Server, Linux, and storage administration and maintenance
- Maintain and support Rubrik backup infrastructure
- Maintain and support MoveIT FTP infrastructure
- Hardware support and maintenance (i.e. upgrades, patches)
- Responsible for maintaining any security related and audit initiatives.
- Perform day to day system administration activities.
- Assist the IT service desk with IT infrastructure related issues as needed. Escalate unresolved problems to other IT infrastructure staff or appropriate external support providers as needed.
- Involved in technical project planning and implementation for all corporate offices.
- Involved with initiating new procedures and plans for the future of the company’s infrastructure with direction from management.
- Evaluate/recommend the purchase/configuration of IT infrastructure to IT management.
- Support and IT Project related activities
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
- Tuition assistance and education coaching
- Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
