Systems Administrator

At the University of Montana Foundation, the lives we change will change the world. We inspire donors to bolster UM’s mission of providing an accessible, affordable, and world-class education. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the people and culture of the University we serve, fostering an environment allowing us to inspire each other to our best work. We act with integrity and respect, and work to create a team where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Why Work for Us? RetirementPlanning:403(b) employer contribution of 11%, no employee match required! Flexible Work Arrangement: Opportunity for a hybrid remote work arrangement each week Generous Time off Benefits: Team members accrue four weeks of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year, with an additional 11 days of holiday leave Family Support: Paid parental leave for new parents Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, and short-term and long-term disability pay protection benefits The Systems Administrator administers all of The University of Montana Foundation servers and applications under limited supervision. Assists with technical support problems and issues by spotting and anticipating issues and works to proactively remedy problems and takes steps to prevent recurrence. Key Responsibilities Manages Foundation servers and workstations in Active Directory and Microsoft Azure environments, including all OS and application updates. Manages Azure resources including virtual machines, storage accounts, networking, and identity services. Monitors security alerts and responds to incidents using Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne and related tools. Implements and maintains data best practice security practices in compliance with NIST and other governing bodies and regulations. Administers and supports Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and Entra ID (Azure AD). Maintains accurate documentation of systems, processes, and configurations. Promotes a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality Ideal Candidate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Three years of experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure management roles Hands‑on experience with Microsoft 365 administration, Azure services and infrastructure, and Identity management (Entra ID/Azure AD) Experience managing and supporting SaaS platforms Experience with Intune/Endpoint Management. Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting tools Microsoft certifications (e.g., M365 Administrator, Azure Fundamentals) Accessibility and Equal Opportunity The University of Montana Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process at the University of Montana Foundation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Additional Information All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. Priority Application Date Wednesday, July 15th Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. If you do not meet all the qualifications of the position, you are still encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr