Remote Systems Administrator jobs Jobs in Windsor town, Colorado | Remote Work From Home

**Job Title:** Remote Remote Systems Administrator jobs **Location:** Remote — based in Windsor town, Colorado --- ### About the Role We are seeking a proactive Remote Systems Administrator to join our growing IT operations team. In this role, you will own the end‑to‑end health of our cloud‑native and on‑premises infrastructure, ensuring 99.9% uptime for the mission‑critical services that power our SaaS platform. You will report directly to the Director of Infrastructure and collaborate daily with software engineers, security analysts, and product managers based across the United States, with a particular focus on supporting our flagship data‑center located in Windsor town, Colorado. Your work will directly influence the reliability of the experience delivered to thousands of customers worldwide, and you will have the autonomy to design automation pipelines that reduce manual toil by at least 30% within the first year. --- ### Key Responsibilities - **Server administration & monitoring:** Deploy, patch, and maintain Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL) and Windows Server 2019/2022 instances in AWS and Azure, utilizing **Ansible**, **Terraform**, and **PowerShell** for configuration drift prevention. - **Automation & scripting:** Write and review Bash, Python, and PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks, achieving a target of **85% async** operations for routine incidents. - **Backup & disaster recovery:** Design and test backup strategies with **Veeam** and **AWS Backup**, ensuring RPO < 15 minutes and RTO < 60 minutes for critical workloads supporting our Windsor town data‑hub. - **Security hardening:** Apply CIS Benchmarks and run compliance scans with **OpenSCAP** and **Qualys**, closing 95% of identified vulnerabilities within 30 days. - **Performance tuning:** Use **Grafana**, **Prometheus**, and **Nagios** to baseline system performance, produce monthly capacity‑planning reports, and recommend scaling actions for the Colorado‑based services. - **Incident response:** Lead Level‑2 incident investigations, coordinate with the on‑call rotation, and document post‑mortems in Confluence; aim to reduce mean‑time‑to‑resolution (MTTR) by 20% year‑over‑year. - **Collaboration & knowledge sharing:** Conduct weekly “Office Hours” via **Zoom** for developers in Windsor town and remote teammates, and maintain an up‑to‑date run‑book repository in **GitHub**. - **Vendor management:** Liaise with third‑party SaaS providers (e.g., Cloudflare, Datadog) for license renewals, service level agreements, and escalations, ensuring cost‑effective usage across the Colorado region. - **Documentation:** Keep all infrastructure diagrams (drawn in **Lucidchart**) and SOPs current, with a quarterly audit to guarantee compliance with internal audit standards. - **Continuous improvement:** Participate in quarterly sprint planning, proposing at least two process enhancements per quarter related to remote administration, automation, or security. --- ### Required Qualifications 1. **Education / Experience:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent + 3–5 years of hands‑on systems administration experience in a remote or hybrid setting. 2. **Operating systems:** Deep proficiency with Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu) and Windows Server environments; required certifications include **RHCE** or **MCSA**. 3. **Cloud platforms:** Proven experience managing resources in **AWS** (EC2, RDS, IAM) and **Microsoft Azure** (VMs, Azure AD, Storage). 4. **Automation tools:** Demonstrated skill with **Ansible**, **Terraform**, and **PowerShell DSC** for infrastructure‑as‑code. 5. **Scripting languages:** Ability to write robust Bash, Python, or PowerShell scripts; at least 2 years of production‑grade scripting. 6. **Monitoring & logging:** Hands‑on experience with **Grafana**, **Prometheus**, **Nagios**, and **Splunk** for log aggregation and alerting. 7. **Security fundamentals:** Familiarity with firewall management, VPN technologies, and compliance frameworks (CIS, NIST). 8. **Collaboration platforms:** Comfortable using **Slack**, **Microsoft Teams**, and **Jira** for ticketing and agile communication. --- ### Preferred Qualifications - **Advanced certifications:** AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent. - **Container orchestration:** Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS or AKS) for micro‑service deployments. - **Database administration:** Knowledge of PostgreSQL or MySQL performance tuning and backup strategies. - **Network engineering:** Understanding of VLANs, BGP, and SD‑WAN concepts, especially for the Windsor town hub. - **Leadership:** Prior role as a technical lead or mentor for junior sysadmins, with a track record of fostering skill development. - **Process frameworks:** Exposure to ITIL or DevOps best practices, including change‑management and continuous delivery pipelines. --- ### Compensation & Benefits - **Salary:** $95,000 – $125,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications. - **Performance bonus:** Up to 15% of base salary, tied to uptime and automation KPIs. - **Health & wellness:** Medical, dental, and vision plans (employee + 1 family member); $1,200 annual wellness stipend. - **Retirement:** 401(k) with a 4% company match. - **Remote‑work allowance:** $150 monthly internet reimbursement plus a one‑time $1,000 home‑office setup stipend for employees residing in Colorado. - **Professional development:** $2,500 yearly education budget for courses, conferences (including virtual tickets), or certification exams. - **Paid time off:** 20 vacation days + 12 holidays + 5 personal days per year. --- ### Work Setup - **Time zones:** Primarily supporting the **Central Time Zone** (CT) to align with our Windsor town operations, but flexible for candidates across the United States. Core hours are 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CT, with optional early‑morning or late‑evening coverage as needed. - **Meeting cadence:** Daily stand‑up (15 min) via **Zoom**, weekly sprint review, bi‑weekly architecture sync, and monthly all‑hands town hall. Expect ≤ 85% of meetings to be asynchronous, using recorded video or shared docs whenever possible. - **Equipment requirements:** High‑speed broadband (minimum 100 Mbps download, 20 Mbps upload), dual monitors, a webcam, and a noise‑cancelling headset. We will provide a corporate‑issued laptop (MacBook Pro or Dell XPS) pre‑installed with **VPN**, **Okta**, and **MFA**. - **Collaboration tools:** Slack (for real‑time chat), Jira (issue tracking), Confluence (knowledge base), GitHub (code repository), and Asana (project tracking). --- ### Growth - **Career path:** Progress from Systems Administrator → Senior Systems Engineer → Lead Infrastructure Engineer → Manager, Infrastructure (or specialized cloud architect track). - **Quarterly performance cycles:** Formal reviews every 3 months with clear OKRs tied to system reliability, automation, and cost‑optimization. - **Mentoring program:** Pair with a senior architect for the first 90 days, then transition to a peer‑coaching model. - **Learning budget:** Up to $2,500 per annum for certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Red Hat) and technical conferences (e.g., AWS re:Invent, SREcon). - **Internal mobility:** Opportunities to rotate into security operations, DevOps, or product engineering teams after 18 months of successful performance. --- ### How to Apply 1. **Submit** a tailored resume and a concise cover letter (max 500 words) outlining your experience with remote sysadmin tasks, especially any projects that reduced manual effort or improved uptime. Include links to relevant GitHub repositories, scripts, or documentation you have authored. 2. **Application timeline:** Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; we aim to acknowledge receipt within 2 business days. Initial screening calls are scheduled within 5 business days of receipt. 3. **Interview stages:** - **Stage 1 – Recruiter screen** (30 min): Fit, motivations, and logistics. - **Stage 2 – Technical assessment** (2 hours): Real‑world scenario focusing on Linux/Windows troubleshooting, Ansible playbook creation, and AWS resource design. - **Stage 3 – Panel interview** (60 min): Deep‑dive with the Director of Infrastructure, a senior engineer, and a security analyst; includes a live problem‑solving exercise. - **Stage 4 – Culture & leadership interview** (45 min): Conversation with HR and a senior manager to assess collaboration style and alignment with company values. - **Stage 5 – Offer**: Formal offer extended within 7 business days of the final interview, contingent upon reference checks. We are an **Equal Opportunity Employer**. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. --- *If you thrive in a fast‑paced, remote‑first environment and want to make a tangible impact on the reliability of services used by customers worldwide—all while staying rooted in the vibrant tech community of Windsor town, Colorado—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of our infrastructure!*