Systems Administrator
TITLE: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
DEPARTMENT: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
REPORTS TO: VP, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PAY SCALE: $83,000 - $88,000
Sacramento Credit Union is seeking a candidate to join our IT team as a Systems Administrator in our downtown Sacramento corporate headquarters.
This position is responsible for managing, maintaining, and supporting the organization’s Windows‑based server and virtualization infrastructure. This role oversees Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, and identity/access services while ensuring system reliability, security, and performance. The administrator installs, configures, and maintains VMware virtualization hosts and virtual machines, performs regular system updates and patching, and manages enterprise backup and recovery operations using Veeam Backup & Replication. An individual who enjoys working closely with business and user groups to identify and initiate projects would be successful in our environment.
WORK SCHEDULE & ENVIRONMENT:
- Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM
- Work is performed in a normal business office environment. Occasional travel to other branches and weekend work may be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Maintain network servers in a Windows environment
- Manage virtualized server infrastructure
- Support Microsoft network administration duties, including Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365
- Perform required updates and system configuration tasks to ensure availability and performance of servers
- Install and configure computer software on servers and workstations
- Plan and perform ongoing maintenance tasks for all servers
- Troubleshoot and diagnose server related issues
- Maintain network and system security
- Monitor/maintain data back-up system
- Install, maintain and configure network systems including routers, switches and firewalls
- Maintain and support IP based phone system and related servers and applications
- Perform in-house data processing system tasks.
- Create/maintain administrative and technical documentation for configuration, maintenance and system processes
- Manage desktop computers, printers and miscellaneous office equipment
- Provide technical support for end users at all locations
- Research, recommend, and implement new technology
- Provide end user training on new systems and processes
- Work with outside vendors/consultants on designated projects
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role, preferably in a financial institution
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server Administration
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Entra ID and Intune.
- Experience managing VMWare environments.
- Familiarity with PowerShell or other scripting languages.
- Knowledge of monitoring tools and techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical users.
- Able to adapt to constantly changing technical environments.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Familiarity with financial institution operations
- Related Certifications
- Experience in a small or midsize business (SMB) is preferred
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, team environment
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects, tasks and responsibilities
- Availability for occasional local travel to SCU locations
- May work additional/irregular hours, including weekends, nights, or holidays, as needed
- Ability to work effectively with a group of people with diverse abilities and backgrounds
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:
- Stand for long periods, up to 60% of the time.
- View computer screen, up to 70% of the time.
- Bend/stoop and lift computers, printers, paper up to 40 pounds, up to 10% of the time.
Our excellent benefits package includes medical/dental/vision, Paid Time Off, Pay Sick Leave, Subsidized Parking, Paid Holidays, Life insurance/AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, 401(k) and more.
It is Sacramento Credit Union’s policy to hire well-qualified people. An integral part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons and administer hiring, working conditions, benefits and privileges of employment, compensation, training, appointments for advancement, including layoffs and recalls for all employees, without discrimination because of veteran status or disability.