IT System Administrator

For more than 50 years Cannondale has been a leading innovator in the cycling world. As more riders of all ages and abilities get on the roads trails and streets than ever before were here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the future each and every day. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere. Fueled by a free-thinking always-game got-your-back mentality we ditched the rulebook and set forward on a path to make iconic bikes that simply work better. We look forward to the ride with you.

About the Role:

Heres a brand new role on our global IT team in our incredible Almelo facility. As a System Administrator youll play a critical role in supporting and optimizing our hybrid technology this role youll serve as a technical expert managing everything from hardware and software troubleshooting to designing integrated systems. Youll dive deep into our existing infrastructure and design test and bring real value with the tools we have to make it even better helping to shape the future of our IT landscape across global operations including direct support for our manufacturing and assembly plant systems. If youre someone who thrives on variety enjoys hands-on challenges and wants to make a real impact in a fast-paced international environment wed love to connect with you.

Note: This is not a remote position.This role is based at our Almelo Netherlands location.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Document and develop in-depth knowledge of companys existing IT architecture/infrastructure and technology portfolio
• Conduct research on products services and emerging technologies in support of infrastructure development efforts and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and infrastructure flexibility
• Design develop and oversee implementation of end-to-end integrated systems
• Develop and execute test plans to check infrastructure and systems technical performance. Report findings and make recommendations for improvement
• Develop implement maintain policies procedures and associate training plans for infrastructure administration
• Design and review of new systems applications and hardware; conduct capacity planning as needed
• Recommend and where necessary schedule and perform security improvements and upgrades
• Compile and maintain inventory of company software assets and track their corresponding licenses to ensure compliance
• Manage servers storages including e-mail print and backup and their associated operating systems and software
• Conduct annual disaster recovery tests and document results
• Manage and troubleshoot hybrid network environments ensuring seamless integration between on-premises and cloud infrastructures
• Monitor and optimize LAN WAN VPN and wireless infrastructure performance ensuring compliance with security standards
• Provide support for assembly plant infrastructure systems and applications (including manufacturing execution system handheld scanners MDM security systems/cameras and label printers)
• Provide end user support and coordinate with local vendors as needed

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelors degree in the field of computer science information systems or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years related work experience
• In-depth technical knowledge of networking hardware software and protocols PC and platform operating systems. (Knowledge of Linux is desirable)
• Strong knowledge of hardware and software evaluation principles and practice
• Previous exposure to server virtualization technologies
• Experience with warehouse systems such as Zebra SOTI VisiTrak and BarTender
• Advanced knowledge in any of the following areas is desirable: Azure Office365 iSCSI Windows Server Exchange CISCO / Meraki firewalls switches and routers Meraki Wi-Fi TCP/IP network protocols LAN WAN VPN firewall management and operating system configuration security as well as Active Directory
• Previous experience working in a global environment
• Strong knowledge of enterprise deployment technologies such as Intune SCCM MDT WSUS Group Policy Object
• Strong knowledge of automation programming skills PowerShell VBScript Bash
• Experience with cloud computing (Azure) desktop virtualization and unified communications are desirable.
• Experience in datacenter monitoring tools (Datadog)
• Superior written and oral communication skills including active listening
• Ability to conduct research into emerging technologies and trends standards and products as
• Strong customer-service orientation and a high level of analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated and directed with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment is essential

Some of our Great Benefits:

• Hybrid work environment
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Great discounts on company products
• Employee Wellness Program Pon Fit
• A mix of casual yet professional culture
• Discount additional health insurance package
• Onsite gym (Almelo and Woudenberg)
• Travel reimbursement
• Collective Labour Agreement Metalektro
• Pension plan

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About the organization

As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands largest family-owned businesses as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world: including brands like Gazelle Santa Cruz Cervlo Kalkhoff Focus Urban Arrow Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we value a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description regardless of your gender or race we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Our DEI Mission Statement: At Cannondale we are on a mission to ensure all members of the cycling community feel that they belong. Our commitment to celebrating individuality and differences extends beyond our diverse line up of bikes to our workplace culture where we recognize and embrace the strengths and viewpoints of each team member regardless of their background or identity. We are thankful for the feedback and perspectives that challenge us to create more inclusivity in this space and hold us accountable to making meaningful progress.

WE ARE A CYCLE FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

The cycle-friendly employer certification scheme was developed to establish a European standard for cycle friendly companies. The certification is intended to help European companies to improve the situation for employees that cycle to work. As an acknowledgement for our effort we received the certificate cycle-friendly employer.

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