Lead Systems Administrator

State Employees' Credit Union

Raleigh, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Ansible, Applications Security, Automation, Bash Scripting, Channel Strategies, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Credit Union, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Linux Distributions, Linux Operating System, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Operating Systems, Philosophy, Puppet (Configuration Management), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Security Monitoring, Standards Development, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Technical Training, Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Raleigh, North Carolina
POSTED
30+ days ago

If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team!

The Lead Systems Admin drives the design and implementation of robust, secure, and scalable server environments. This role balances deep technical work across platforms with leadership of infrastructure projects and team mentorship.

Essential Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

  • (25%) Infrastructure Design & Planning: Design solutions for scalability, performance, and automation across OS environments.  
  • (20%) Cross-Platform Leadership: Lead complex deployments involving both Linux and Windows systems.  
  • (15%) Automation & Standardization: Build reusable automation frameworks and define platform standards along with Systems Engineers.  
  • (15%) Security Oversight: Drive OS-level compliance, audit readiness, and incident prevention.  
  • (15%) Team Mentorship & Development: Coach mid-level and junior administrators and conduct technical training.   
  • (10%) Strategic Collaboration: Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams on enterprise initiatives.

Required Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

  • Associate’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 7 years of relevant experience in systems administration across Windows and Linux platforms.
  • Expertise in both Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server environments.

Preferred Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 7 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with both Linux distributions and Windows Server.
  • Certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer, LPIC-2, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Admin
  • Advanced scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
  • Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)

Job Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • This position typically operates in a professional office environment or hybrid/ remote setup.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for extended periods of time while working on a computer.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via collaboration tools.

SECU provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Disclaimer

State Employees' Credit Union reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower level based on business need.

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