Systems Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Agfinity is the largest agricultural Cooperative in Colorado based in the heart of the Front Range. As a cooperative we are distinguished from our competitors by our excellence in customer service and our people, which we consider our greatest asset. Every dollar that is spent with the Cooperative doesn’t just go towards a product; it goes back to the community where you live and comes back to you as patronage and equity. Every day our approach is to serve others and find a world of solutions beneficial to our members, customers and our company.

We invite you to learn more about Agfinity, our products, services and the cooperative difference.

Work arrangement: Primarily on-site, with very limited remote work. Travel to locations throughout the cooperative is required.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a security-minded Systems Administrator to help support and improve the technology infrastructure across our multi-location cooperative. This position combines hands-on systems administration, networking, Microsoft 365 management, and end-user support.

The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting, working directly with users, and learning new technologies. Strong technical fundamentals, initiative, and a willingness to learn are essential, including the ability to support industry-specific and legacy applications such as AGRIS and Energy Force.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and support Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Manage identities, access, and authentication through Microsoft Entra ID and on-premises Active Directory.
• Deploy, configure, and manage devices through Microsoft Intune, including application deployments, update policies, configuration profiles, and compliance policies.
• Troubleshoot and maintain network connectivity across multiple locations, including switches, wireless networks, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Support firewall administration, including access rules, secure remote access, firmware updates, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain Windows workstations, servers, and supporting infrastructure.
• Help strengthen security through access controls, MFA, Conditional Access, patching, device hardening, and alignment with CIS Benchmarks.
• Support Citrix-hosted applications and work with vendors to resolve application and connectivity issues.
• Learn and support business-critical applications, including AGRIS and Energy Force.
• Provide responsive, approachable technical support and build relationships with employees through regular on-site visits.
• Maintain clear documentation of systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting resolutions.
• Coordinate with IT teammates and vendors on projects, maintenance, and incident resolution.

Required Qualifications:

• Practical experience administering Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Intune.
• Strong networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, VLANs, and wireless connectivity.
• Experience supporting firewalls and VPN connections.
• Experience troubleshooting Windows workstations, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
• A security-focused approach to system administration and protecting business information.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to recognize when to escalate an issue.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar applications and technologies quickly.
• Clear communication skills and a patient, service-oriented approach to supporting users with varying technical abilities.
• Ability to prioritize work, follow through on issues, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to work primarily in the office and travel to locations throughout the cooperative.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SonicWall firewalls and secure remote access solutions.
• Experience administering or troubleshooting Citrix environments.
• Familiarity with CIS Benchmarks and implementing security settings through Intune or Group Policy.
• Experience with hybrid Microsoft environments involving on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Familiarity with UniFi networking or similar enterprise networking platforms.
• Experience with virtualization, backup and recovery, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Experience supporting AGRIS, Energy Force, or other agricultural, cooperative, or industry-specific business applications.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and administration, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, and Windows operating systems.
• Understanding of network infrastructure, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, VLANs, and VPN connectivity.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices, including access controls, multi-factor authentication, system security, and data protection.
• Understanding of computer hardware, software installation, system configurations, and maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with system backups, disaster recovery procedures, and business continuity practices.
• General knowledge of virtualization, remote access technologies, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Familiarity with industry-specific software applications and the ability to learn systems used throughout the Cooperative.

Skills:

• Strong technical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network, and system-related issues.
• Proficient in configuring, maintaining, and supporting computer systems, networks, and Microsoft applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information to employees with varying levels of computer knowledge.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with employees, management, and outside vendors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond to technical support requests efficiently.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate technical documentation, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a professional and service-oriented approach.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to analyze complex technical problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to apply logical reasoning and sound judgment when troubleshooting systems, networks, and software applications.
• Ability to evaluate technical issues, determine their urgency, and prioritize solutions based on operational needs.
• Ability to recognize potential security risks, assess their impact, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, system documentation, and procedures and apply them to practical situations.
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies, learn unfamiliar systems, and apply new knowledge to resolve problems.
• Ability to make informed decisions independently while recognizing when issues require additional assistance or escalation.
• Ability to anticipate potential system issues and recommend improvements to support reliable and secure business operations.

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in related field

What Success Looks Like:

• You take ownership of problems, communicate clearly, and follow through. You are comfortable spending time at different locations, building trust with users, and identifying issues before they become larger disruptions. You bring a solid technical foundation, curiosity, and a willingness to keep learning as our environment evolves.

Additional information:

• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required.
• Must be comfortable driving up to 100 miles in a day.
• Normal office environment and moderate noise levels.
• Environments associated with feed processing, manufacturing, transportation, and storage, fuel storage, transportation, and distribution, and agronomy equipment, chemicals, and other related environmental scenarios.
• Ability to lift 50lbs., carry servers, batteries, switches, desktops, laptops, etc.

Agfinity has a competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(k) Match Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Clothing Allowance and Life and Disability coverage for those who may qualify.

Agfinity is looking for values of honesty, integrity, lifelong learning, and working hard and working smart, and being kind and courteous. If you are committed to these values send us your resume now and become part of The Cooperative Difference!

Agfinity requires a post offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.