Windows System Administrator

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen we see possibility everywhere every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands Andersen Windows & Doors Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ is crafted to serve customers across the new residential home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY:

The Windows System Administrator is responsible for the administration maintenance security optimization and continuous improvement of Andersens enterprise Windows server infrastructure. This role supports on-premises and cloud-hosted environments and partners with infrastructure network cybersecurity and application teams to deliver reliable secure and scalable technology services. Responsibilities include server administration performance optimization automation monitoring incident response disaster recovery and platform lifecycle management.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Oak Park Heights MN office location.

Primary Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Operations and Support

• Install configure administer and maintain Microsoft Windows Server environments across on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms.

• Monitor server health capacity performance availability and utilization to ensure reliable operations.

• Perform operating system patching upgrades vulnerability remediation and security hardening.

• Support enterprise virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere and cloud-hosted infrastructure.

• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation and provide after-hours support for planned maintenance and critical production incidents.

Microsoft Platform Administration

• Administer Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP account provisioning and related identity services.

• Support Remote Desktop Services environments including session hosts connection brokers licensing user access performance optimization and troubleshooting.

• Manage enterprise file services using Distributed File System including namespaces replication permissions access controls and data availability.

• Support Microsoft Azure services and hybrid infrastructure solutions.

Security Recovery and Resiliency

• Configure and maintain backup recovery disaster recovery and business continuity solutions to support data protection and system resiliency.

• Support security compliance vulnerability management and operational risk reduction activities.

• Participate in incident response root cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce recurring issues.

Automation and Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement automation opportunities that improve efficiency consistency and service reliability.

• Develop and maintain scripts and automation solutions using PowerShell Python Ansible or related technologies.

• Contribute to platform modernization and operational improvement initiatives.

Documentation and Collaboration

• Create and maintain technical documentation operational procedures configuration standards and support processes.

• Collaborate with infrastructure application database network and cybersecurity teams to support project delivery and operational excellence.

• Engage third-party vendors for troubleshooting support coordination and maintenance activities.

• Communicate technical requirements issues risks and status clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a related field; or equivalent experience.

• Minimum three (3) years of enterprise Windows systems administration experience.

• Experience supporting Windows Serveror 2025.

• Experience with Active Directory Group Policy Remote Desktop Services DNS DHCP and enterprise file services.

• Experience with VMware vSphere Microsoft Azure services and enterprise backup and recovery solutions.

• Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell Python Ansible or similar technologies.

• Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

PAY RANGE:

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

At Andersen we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day theirtalent dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team members wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location were proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your wellbeing growth and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3600 per eligible employee prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age disability marital status national origin citizenship genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal state and local laws.

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We look forward to seeing how your unique skills background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority