Cloud and Systems Administrator
Summary/Objective:
EDM is seeking a Cloud and Systems Administrator that will design, secure, and sustain a hybrid IT infrastructure that supports mission-critical operations. This role owns the reliability and performance of both cloud-based and on-prem systems including Azure services, physical and virtual servers, Microsoft 365, and enterprise storage and networking. The Administrator will lead the architecture and testing of automated failover systems with sub-30-minute recovery targets, especially for platforms such as SQL Server and ArcGIS Enterprise. The position will provide systems and problem-solving support to the IT and GIS teams and will report to the IT Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Cloud Infrastructure Management
•Administer Microsoft Azure services including VMs, virtual networks, storage, and resource groups.
•Monitor and optimize Azure resource costs.
•Design and test failover systems targeting <30-minute recovery for all critical platforms.
Microsoft 365 and Identity Management
•Administer Microsoft 365 services and Entra ID (Azure AD), including provisioning, access control, and security settings.
•Manage collaboration and productivity tools in the Microsoft ecosystem.
On-Premises and Virtual Infrastructure
•Provision, maintain, and monitor physical and virtual servers.
•Apply patches, perform performance tuning, and ensure system recoverability.
Enterprise Services Administration
•Maintain Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, and SSL certificates.
•Oversee core IT infrastructure and system security configurations.
ArcGIS Enterprise Platform Support
•Handle ArcGIS Enterprise deployments, upgrades, configuration, and tuning at the platform level.
•Ensure backup and failover systems support GIS operations.
Backup and Recovery
•Execute backup and disaster recovery strategies across cloud and on-prem systems.
•Maintain operational continuity through tested recovery procedures.
Troubleshooting and Escalation
•Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and architectural diagrams.
•Collaborate with IT and GIS teams on infrastructure planning, projects, and enhancements.
Documentation and Collaboration
•Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and architectural diagrams.
•Collaborate with IT and GIS teams on infrastructure planning, projects, and enhancements.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:
Education and Experience:
•Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline.
•Minimum of 5 years in systems administration or hybrid IT environments.
•Proven experience managing both Azure and on-prem platforms (Hyper-V, Windows Server, networking gear).
Technical Skills:
•Strong expertise in Azure IaaS (VMs, storage, networking).
•Skilled in Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Access management.
•Familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and operations.
•Proficient in backup strategies, monitoring tools, and DR planning.
•Capable of writing automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell).
•Confident managing firewalls, VPNs, and securing system infrastructure.
•Effective communication and documentation skills for team collaboration.
•Comfortable collaborating across infrastructure, security, and development teams.
Preferred Certifications:
•AZ-104: Azure Administrator Associate
•AZ-305: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
•EAEP2201: ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional
•Equivalent certifications or demonstrable experience in hybrid/cloud automation
Competencies:
•Problem Analysis and Critical Thinking
•Responds to issues with calm, urgency, and technical clarity
•Thinks in terms of services, resilience, and measurable ability
•Proactive and ownership-minded, sees stability and performance as primary metrics
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
•This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
•The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
•This is a full-time exempt/salary position
Salary:
•$80,000-$95,000 Annually
Other Duties:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities and performance standards of the position. Incumbents will perform other job-related duties as assigned.
EEO Statement EDM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To Apply:
Upload resume and cover letter on Indeed OR to apply by email see instructions on EDM website at http://edmlink.com/careers. Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@edmlink.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
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Schedule:
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Experience:
•System administration OR Hybrid IT environments: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
•Fort Collins, CO 80525 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
full time
$80,000-$95,000Fort Collins, CO17 days ago
