Senior Network Systems Administrator

PREMIER Bankcard, LLC in; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits for 20+ hrs

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Wellness program

Volunteer hours

Annual events

Career growth opportunities

Performance recognition

Job summary

First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard is seeking a Systems Administrator to provide technical maintenance and recovery support for IT systems, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, PAM, IAM. This role interfaces with vendors, troubleshoots issues, and optimizes system performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in IT, experience with AD/Exchange, IAM, PAM, and PowerShell scripting, plus strong communication and project coordination skills. On-site in Sioux Falls, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning reports for audits, governance risk compliance, Sr management, access, changes made, performance, and capacity.
• Provide maintenance and recovery support to local or wide area networks and technology systems.
• Test and troubleshoot to resolve complex technical problems.
• Direct and mentor Systems Administrators and manage tasks and projects.
• Coordinate projects and report progress to management; participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Technical project coordination

Technical communication

Data center systems

OS installation and hardening

IAM concepts

PAM concepts

Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange

PowerShell scripting

LAN/WAN administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange

PowerShell

Job description

At First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard, we’ve created a culture that emphasizes personal success, respect, health, and wellness, fun and giving back. This is an environment where you will be rewarded, valued, and celebrated for your hard work. We offer a robust and expanded package of health benefits, incentives, paid time off and growth and career advancement opportunities. We celebrate our employees and show our appreciation with private concerts, outdoor bashes, cash and car giveaways and more! See some of our epic celebrations and employee recognitions. Considered one of the nation’s strongest financial organizations, we’ve achieved our success by embodying the views and values of The PREMIER Way. From our CEOs to the newest hires, we all follow these shared views and values to guide us on how to treat our customers, co-workers and communities. The PREMIER Way also serves as a roadmap on how to be successful inside and outside of the workplace. We believe in investing in our employees, their families and our communities.

Job Description

Job Description: Location: Sioux Falls, SD Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Company: PREMIER Bankcard About the Role Provides technical maintenance and recovery support to the firm’s information technology systems, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM). Uses a variety of testing tools and techniques to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems associated with the system’s hardware and software. Interfaces with vendors and maintenance providers to service and maintain the system, implement necessary measures to limit the system’s downtime, provide technical support to optimize system performance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Provide planning reports for audits, governance risk compliance, Sr management, access, changes made, performance, and capacity. Provides technical maintenance and recovery support to the firm’s local or wide area networks and technology systems. Perform support and administration for network related systems. Test and troubleshoot to resolve complex technical problems associated with the system’s hardware and software. Complete work orders as assigned. Provide assistance to department management and train/mentor Systems Administrators. Direct and monitor tasks assigned to Systems Administrators. Facilitate and coordinate projects. Report progress to management. Serve as department representative on committees and tasks forces, as assigned. Participate in on-call support rotations and provide after-hours support as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Experience coordinating large complex technical projects. Prior experience communicating with multiple departments at a technical level. Technical expertise building, configuring and maintaining various systems within a data center environment. Experience working with technical platforms and installing related operating systems, updates and platform hardening. Effective communication skills to inform others when action is required to respond to technology system issues. Attention to detail and ability to identify when IT systems are not operating optimally. Able to adjust to new conditions, challenges, or changes with flexibility and a positive attitude. Manages time, tasks, and resources efficiently to maintain structure, meet deadlines, and achieve goals. High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate or bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field and 3-5 years of IT experience preferred. 3-5 years of experience administering enterprise Microsoft infrastructure, including Active Directory and Exchange Environments. 3-5 years of experience supporting Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM), privileged account governance, and security administration strongly preferred. Minimum of 7 years previous work experience of installation, configuration, troubleshooting, repair, supporting, administering, design and planning in LAN/WAN environment. Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNE, or Microsoft MCSE certification preferred or any additional industry recognized certifications. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise identity management. Previous experience with Microsoft network operating systems, Novell, Unix, Linux, and TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and related network protocols also preferred. 3-5 years’ working experience while holding a MSCA, and/or MCSE certification, and/or CCNA, and/or CCNP certifications, preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Single Sign-On (SSO). Experience with PowerShell automation and scripting for administration, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week
• Traditional and High-Deductible health plan options available
• FREE dental and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off plans
• 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation
• Special discounts and offers for events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
• PREMIER Wellness Program
• Paid Community Volunteer Hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year
• Fun Employee Parties

Our Culture

We have an emphasis on personal success, respect, health, wellness, fun and giving back Employees are rewarded, valued, and celebrated for hard work. Career advancement opportunities is a way PREMIER leaders show they care. Appreciation is shown through concerts, outdoor bashes, cash, car giveaways and more.

We Value People

At PREMIER you get more than a paycheck, you get a rewarding career where you can make a difference! Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard are considered one of the nation’s strongest financial organizations. We have achieved this success thanks to our commitment to always doing what is right for our employees, customers and the communities we serve. We value people and treat our employees as our greatest resource. We actively invest in their professional growth and development, make a strong effort to recognize achievement and take the time to celebrate success.

Spirit of Giving Back

Giving back to our communities is at the heart of PREMIER. We support nearly 700 organizations, non-profits and events. Paid volunteer hours encourage PREMIER employees to get involved in the community. Our employees annually volunteer an average of 33,000 hours for causes important to them.

The PREMIER Way

Our spirit of giving is rooted in The PREMIER Way and the PREMIER Attitude. These shared views and values guide our interactions with each other, our customers and our communities. It’s the foundation of our culture and makes PREMIER a great place to work.

Learn More

PREMIER Benefits PREMIER employees who work 20+ hours per week are eligible for full-time benefits, including medical coverage with free vision and dental insurance. We offer expanded Paid Time Off and a highly competitive 401(k) plan that features a dollar-for-dollar company match after 120 days of employment. Employees can experience personal and professional growth through PREMIER University. It offers skill-based training, leadership classes and inspirational national speakers.

PREMIER Wellness

PREMIER Wellness unifies physical and mental health, financial wellness and community giving under one program designed to help employees find optimal work/life wellbeing. Through our Employee Assistance Program, employees have access to free counseling sessions, online resources and legal support.

Community Giving

Community Giving offers our employees purpose-driven, meaningful opportunities where they know they are making a difference.