Jefferson County, Colorado
Senior System Administrator
Jefferson County, Colorado, Golden, Colorado, United States, 80401
Senior System Administrator – Jefferson County, Colorado
Apply now for this full‑time position at Jefferson County’s Business Innovation & Technology (BIT) Services division. The role supports the County’s IT infrastructure, including virtual, cloud and physical servers, to provide reliable, cost‑effective services to over 500,000 citizens.
Job Summary As a Senior System Administrator you will plan, implement, maintain and optimize the County’s computing resources, including Windows and Linux servers, storage, networking and cloud services. You will work with vendors, coordinate projects, and provide expert support to both technical and non‑technical users.
Primary Responsibilities
Determine appropriate hardware and software configurations for moderately complex to complex systems.
Evaluate release impact and implement test plans to ensure quality.
Plan system expansion and technology upgrades; coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery.
Lead troubleshooting of critical or complex system issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Maintain capacity forecasts, analyze server utilization, and recommend growth strategies.
Audit user accounts, enforce security policies and recommend system enhancements.
Develop and maintain procedures, documentation and scripts for operational efficiency.
Mentor junior staff and train teams on new technologies.
Design and implement proactive solutions that reduce service outages and improve performance.
Work collaboratively to plan future enterprise architectures and roadmap implementations.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in systems administration and database management.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field (equivalent education/experience considered).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Initiative, innovation and resilience.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Automation & scripting: PowerShell & Python.
Experience with VMware, Hyper-V or similar virtualization platforms.
Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, Intune and Exchange administration.
Azure, Intune, AWS, or other cloud expertise.
Networking fundamentals and firewall experience (NSX or equivalent).
Exchange Hybrid, ProofPoint configuration.
Storage, backup, and disaster recovery (SAN, NAS, cloud).
Advanced knowledge of AD/Exchange/Intune/GPO/VMware/Windows Server.
Experience with community teams and security hardening.
Relevant certifications: MCSA/MCSE/MCSM, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, MCTS.
Compensation & Benefits Annual Salary: $102,000 – $115,000 (based on education, experience, skills).
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedule, and remote work options.
Work Arrangement Standard full‑time schedule Monday – Thursday. Hybrid work permitted; location and remote work determined by business needs.
Application Process Submit an online application by 11:59 PM on the posting deadline (11/03/25). A résumé and optional cover letter are encouraged but not required. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the hiring team.
To apply, follow this link:
Jefferson County Career Opportunities .
Other Criminal history and motor vehicle report, background checks, and driver’s license requirements apply to all positions. Current Jefferson County employees must apply through Workday. Accommodation requests can be sent to careertalent@jeffco.us.
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Apply now for this full‑time position at Jefferson County’s Business Innovation & Technology (BIT) Services division. The role supports the County’s IT infrastructure, including virtual, cloud and physical servers, to provide reliable, cost‑effective services to over 500,000 citizens.
Job Summary As a Senior System Administrator you will plan, implement, maintain and optimize the County’s computing resources, including Windows and Linux servers, storage, networking and cloud services. You will work with vendors, coordinate projects, and provide expert support to both technical and non‑technical users.
Primary Responsibilities
Determine appropriate hardware and software configurations for moderately complex to complex systems.
Evaluate release impact and implement test plans to ensure quality.
Plan system expansion and technology upgrades; coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery.
Lead troubleshooting of critical or complex system issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Maintain capacity forecasts, analyze server utilization, and recommend growth strategies.
Audit user accounts, enforce security policies and recommend system enhancements.
Develop and maintain procedures, documentation and scripts for operational efficiency.
Mentor junior staff and train teams on new technologies.
Design and implement proactive solutions that reduce service outages and improve performance.
Work collaboratively to plan future enterprise architectures and roadmap implementations.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in systems administration and database management.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field (equivalent education/experience considered).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Initiative, innovation and resilience.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Automation & scripting: PowerShell & Python.
Experience with VMware, Hyper-V or similar virtualization platforms.
Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, Intune and Exchange administration.
Azure, Intune, AWS, or other cloud expertise.
Networking fundamentals and firewall experience (NSX or equivalent).
Exchange Hybrid, ProofPoint configuration.
Storage, backup, and disaster recovery (SAN, NAS, cloud).
Advanced knowledge of AD/Exchange/Intune/GPO/VMware/Windows Server.
Experience with community teams and security hardening.
Relevant certifications: MCSA/MCSE/MCSM, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, MCTS.
Compensation & Benefits Annual Salary: $102,000 – $115,000 (based on education, experience, skills).
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedule, and remote work options.
Work Arrangement Standard full‑time schedule Monday – Thursday. Hybrid work permitted; location and remote work determined by business needs.
Application Process Submit an online application by 11:59 PM on the posting deadline (11/03/25). A résumé and optional cover letter are encouraged but not required. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the hiring team.
To apply, follow this link:
Jefferson County Career Opportunities .
Other Criminal history and motor vehicle report, background checks, and driver’s license requirements apply to all positions. Current Jefferson County employees must apply through Workday. Accommodation requests can be sent to careertalent@jeffco.us.
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