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Senior Information Systems Specialist

Colonial Farm Credit

Mechanicsville, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$86,900–$107,800
SKILLS
Access Control, Administrative Skills, Agriculture, Asset Management, Best Practices, Budgeting, Cloud Computing, Computer Maintenance, Computer Science, Computer Security, Documentation, Enterprise Applications, Help Desk, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Loans, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Mobile Devices, Network Administration/Management, Network Configuration Management, Network Connectivity, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Security, Onboarding, Operational Support, Operations Management, Payroll Software/Services, Performance Analysis, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Residential Construction, Software Administration, Software Configuration Management, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vulnerability Scanners
LOCATION
Mechanicsville, Virginia
POSTED
2 days ago
JOB DESCRIPTION

Employing Unit: Colonial Farm Credit
Position Title: Senior Information Systems Specialist
Department: Administrative
Reports To: Director of Information Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt (Computer Employee Exemption)
Salary Range: $86,900-$107,800 commensurate with experience and qualifications
plus superb benefits package provided to all employees including up to 9% 401k contributions and profit-sharing program
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Mechanicsville, Virginia Office (onsite)

Position Summary:
Colonial Farm Credit (www.colonialfarmcredit.com) is a member-owned agricultural credit cooperative and provides loans for:
• Farms and country homes
• Land purchase, home construction, and improvements
• Buildings, machinery, livestock and equipment
• Production capital for both full-time and part-time farmers
• Ag-related businesses

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Systems Specialist to support and enhance our organization's technology infrastructure and enterprise systems.

This role provides comprehensive technical, operational, and administrative support across systems administration, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications-including payroll systems. The position serves as a technical lead for Windows environments, cloud platforms, and endpoint management tools, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient IT operations.

This individual will also act as a key liaison between IT, internal users, and external partners, contributing to strategic initiatives and maintaining high service standards across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Administration & End-User Support (45%)
• Administer Windows Active Directory (user accounts, access controls, group policy)
• User Lifecycle Management (onboarding, offboarding, and system access provisioning)
• Provide technical support for Windows 11 systems (onsite and remote)
• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise hardware and software
• Support Microsoft 365 environment, including SharePoint Online
• Manage IT asset inventory and lifecycle planning
• Deliver user training on systems and applications
• Provide after-hours support as needed
• Serve as acting IT lead in the Director's absence

Network Administration & Infrastructure (10%)
• Lead support for Windows-based network environments
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security
• Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure and connectivity
• Support telecommunications systems, including cloud-based platforms
• Implement and maintain network security best practices

Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management (20%)
• Conduct vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation
• Support incident response and security investigations
• Implement cybersecurity controls aligned with best practices
• Assist with cybersecurity program governance

Endpoint & Mobile Device Management (10%)
• Administer systems using endpoint management tools (MECM, NinjaOne, Microsoft Intune)
• Deploy and manage endpoint software configurations and updates
• Enforce security policies across devices

Project Coordination & Vendor Management (15%)
• Lead IT projects from planning through implementation
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships
• Support IT budgeting and strategic planning
• Maintain documentation, policies, and procedures

What We're Looking For
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise-level Windows systems administration

Education, Experience, and Requirements (Qualifications for Success)
• Strong expertise in:
o Active Directory and Windows environments
o Microsoft 365 (including SharePoint Online)
o Endpoint management tools (MECM, Intune, NinjaOne)
o Networking concepts and infrastructure
o Cybersecurity princi

About the Company

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Colonial Farm Credit