IT SysAdmin

The Denver Foundation is seeking a hands-on, technically capable Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary of $96,000 - $108,000 per year, depending on experience.

This is not primarily a help desk role, and it is not intended to be a senior engineering, architecture, or management position. We are looking for someone who can independently manage day-to-day systems operations while identifying opportunities to improve reliability, security, efficiency, and the overall technology experience.

Administer and maintain Windows Server and Linux systems.
Manage Active Directory / Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and file services.
Manage system patching, updates, configurations, and system health.
Maintain accurate system documentation and standard configurations.

Manage Windows endpoints using Intune and/or SCCM.
Oversee device enrollment, imaging, application packaging, and updates.
Maintain device compliance, security baselines, and standard configurations.
Troubleshoot escalated endpoint issues and partner with the Service Desk when needed.

Network & Infrastructure
Support network infrastructure including firewalls, switches, wireless, and VPN.
Monitor system and network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
Coordinate with vendors for infrastructure support and maintenance.
Maintain network and infrastructure documentation.

Cloud & Productivity Platforms
Administer Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other SaaS platforms.
Manage accounts, licenses, groups, permissions, and access controls.
Support secure configuration and rollout of new tools and features.
Troubleshoot email, collaboration, file storage, and other productivity-platform issues.

Support endpoint protection, MFA, and foundational security controls.
Manage backup operations and perform periodic restoration testing.
Support disaster recovery and business continuity readiness.
Projects & Continuous Improvement
Independently plan and execute small- to medium-sized infrastructure projects.
Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, security, and user experience.
Partner with IT leadership and other teams on technology improvements.
Support the secure configuration and responsible use of AI-enabled tools.

The ideal candidate will have approximately 3-7 years of experience in systems administration, infrastructure, or IT operations and be comfortable personally administering a variety of business-critical systems.

3-7 years of experience in systems administration, infrastructure, or IT operations.
Hands-on experience administering Windows Server.
Experience managing Windows endpoints using Intune and/or SCCM.
Experience administering Microsoft 365 in a business environment.
Working knowledge of networking infrastructure and concepts, including firewalls, switches, VPN, and Wi-Fi.
Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V and backup systems.
Strong customer-service orientation.
Linux server administration experience.
Google Workspace administration experience.
Backup, disaster recovery, or business continuity experience.
Experience supporting security or compliance initiatives.
Experience with data classification, security, governance, or compliance platforms.
Experience supporting new technology implementations.
Experience configuring or managing enterprise AI tools.

AI experience is a plus, but it is not a substitute for strong core systems and infrastructure experience.

Can move comfortably between servers, identity, endpoints, cloud platforms, networking, and troubleshooting.
Documents their work and values consistent processes.
Knows when to solve an issue independently and when to involve IT leadership or a vendor.
Values reliability and service as much as technical sophistication.

Retirement plan contributions
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance

This position is primarily based in an office environment and generally operates during regular business hours. Occasional work outside of regular hours may be required for maintenance, upgrades, or issue resolution.

The position may occasionally require carrying objects up to 50 pounds, working in cramped spaces or on ladders, and performing early morning or evening work.

Why Join The Denver Foundation?
This is an opportunity to have broad ownership across an organization's technology environment while working with a collaborative IT leadership team. Your work will have direct visibility and impact, with opportunities to expand your technical breadth, lead infrastructure improvements, and support technology that advances a meaningful community-focused mission.

The Denver Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse strengths, perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences and encourage candidates from traditionally marginalized communities to apply.

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