Systems Administrator II

TITLE: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR II DEPARTMENT: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REPORTS TO: VP, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PAY SCALE: $83,000 - $98,000 Sacramento Credit Union is seeking a candidate to join our IT team as a Systems Administrator II 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 Typical Business HoursWork is performed in a normal business office environment. Occasional travel to other branches and weekend work may be required RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Provision, modify, and disable user accountsAdminister Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, and Group PolicyAdminister Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDriveMaintain role-based access controls and security groupsLead multifactor authentication and identity security initiativesDeploy, configure, and maintain workstation and endpoint devicesAdminister endpoint management platforms (Intune, Group Policy, imaging, software deployment)Perform operating system upgrades, patching, and software lifecycle managementResolve endpoint hardware, connectivity, and software issuesMaintain endpoint security and compliance standardsMonitor network & system health and performance using approved monitoring toolsPerform vulnerability remediation and patch compliance activitiesSupport security audits, examinations, and regulatory requirementsInvestigate alerts and participate in incident response activitiesFollow established security policies and proceduresAssist with security awareness, access reviews, and identity governance activitiesMonitor and maintain backup operationsAdminister enterprise backup and recovery platformsVerify backup success and investigate failuresLead recovery testing and disaster recovery exercisesDevelop and maintain backup documentation and recovery proceduresSupport business continuity planning effortsServe as an escalation point for technical issuesLead small to medium infrastructure projectsCreate and maintain technical documentation and proceduresParticipate in infrastructure projects and technology implementationsDevelop implementation and rollback plans for infrastructure changesCross-train with other Information Systems team membersParticipate in vendor evaluations, technology recommendations, and solution implementations NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of four years of experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role, preferably in a financial institutionAdvance knowledge of Windows Server AdministrationKnowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, Entra ID and Microsoft 365Experience managing VMWare or Hyper-V environmentsExperience with enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutionsExperience with PowerShell or other scripting languagesExperience supporting security initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities., Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical usersStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsAbility to independently manage priorities and technical projects PREFERRED SKILLS: Experience supporting financial institutions or other highly regulated environments. Experience with Veeam, VMware, Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Microsoft 365 Administration, and enterprise monitoring solutions. Experience participating in IT audits, examinations, and regulatory reviews. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Industry certifications such as:Security+ Network+ Microsoft Associate Certifications VMware VCP Azure Administrator PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time: Sit/Stand/Work at a computer workstation and view computer screens for prolonged periods, up to 90% of the timeFrequently sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand and finger movements associated with computer and office equipment use. Occasionally lift and move computer equipment, peripherals, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally travel between Credit Union locations and vendor sites as needed 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. 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