Systems Administrator

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We are seeking a Systems Administrator to lead administration and optimization of our Microsoft 365 environment while supporting core on-premise infrastructure and internal systems. This role blends hands-on execution with strategic input—owning day-to-day administration while helping shape the direction of our cloud and platform usage. The position reports directly to the CTO and serves as an escalation point for the helpdesk team. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Microsoft 365 Administration (Primary Focus)
  • Manage and administer Microsoft 365 environment, including licensing, user lifecycle, and platform configuration
  • Drive effective use of Microsoft 365 services across the organization (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive)
  • Develop and maintain structure, governance, and best practices to support continued migration to cloud-based services
  • Support and expand use of Power Platform tools (Power Automate)
  • Assist with emerging technologies including Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven productivity tools
  • Monitor system health, usage trends, and optimization opportunities
• Infrastructure & Systems Administration (Hybrid Environment)
• • Support on-premise infrastructure, including Hyper-V virtualization environment
  • Perform system upgrades and maintenance for internally hosted and third-party vendor systems
  • Coordinate issue resolution and project work between vendors and internal business units
  • Assist with system performance, reliability, and lifecycle planning
• Operations & Internal Support
• • Serve as an escalation point for IT staff
  • Document systems, configurations, and operational procedures
  • Partner with IT Security to ensure appropriate access controls, file permissions, and system configurations
  • Support internal IT initiatives and projects as needed

Qualifications

• Required
  • 5+ years of systems administration experience in a hybrid (cloud + on-prem) environment
  • Strong experience administering Microsoft 365 (user management, licensing, core services)
  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert (MS-102)
  • Experience supporting Windows Server environments and virtualization (Hyper-V)
  • Ability to troubleshoot across systems, vendors, and platforms
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Preferred
  • Experience with Power Automate and/or Power Platform
  • Exposure to Microsoft Copilot or similar productivity/AI tools
  • Experience supporting cloud migration or hybrid environment transitions
  • Familiarity with vendor-supported systems and coordinating third-party support engagements
  • Experience creating operational standards or governance frameworks

 The position offers a competitive salary, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401K and ESOP retirement plans, and other benefits.

EO / M /F/ Vet / Disability. First Bank is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental handicap, or veteran's status.  Equal access to programs, service, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify human resources.

This application will be given every consideration, but its receipt does not imply that the applicant will be employed.  Applications will be considered for vacancies which arise during the 60-day period following submission.  Applicants should complete an updated application if not contacted and/or hired during this 60-day evaluation period.

Replies to all questions will be held in strictest confidence.

In order to be considered for employment, this application must be completed in full.

APPLICANT'S STATEMENT

By submitting an application I agree to the following statement:

(A)         In consideration for the Bank’s review of this application, I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this electronic application.  My cooperation includes authorizing the Bank to conduct a pre-employment drug screen and, when requested by the Bank, a criminal or credit history investigation. 

(B)         As a candidate for employment, I realize that the Bank requires information concerning my past work performance, background, and qualifications.  Much of this information may only be supplied by my prior employers.  In consideration for the Bank evaluating my application, I request that the previous employers referenced in my application provide information to the Bank’s human resource representatives concerning my work performance, my employment relationship, my qualifications, and my conduct while an employee of their organizations.  Recognizing that this information is necessary for the Bank to consider me for employment, I release these prior employers and waive any claims which I may have against those employers for providing this information.

(C)         I understand that my employment, if hired, is not for a definite period and may be terminated with or without cause at my option or the option of the Bank at any time without any previous notice.

(D)         If hired, I will comply with all rules and regulations as set forth in the Bank’s policy manual and other communications distributed to employees. 

(E)         If hired, I understand that I am obligated to advise the Bank if I am subject to or observe sexual harassment, or other forms of prohibited harassment or discrimination.

(F)       The information submitted in my application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions, whether intentional or unintentional, are grounds for disqualification from further consideration of employment or dismissal from employment regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered.

(G)         I hereby acknowledge that I have read the above statement and understand the same.