System Administrator - Cloud Services
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Position Summary:
Job Description:
Position: Western Colorado University is recruiting a full-time System Administrator Cloud Services. This expert-level position oversees the design implementation and support of the universitys Microsoft 365 environment and other cloud and hybrid services. The incumbent is the technical lead for cloud system architecture tenant management security frameworks and service optimization. Responsibilities include researching developing and deploying new services as well as supporting the ongoing migration from on-premises architecture to IaaS or SaaS solutions primarily within the Microsoft ecosystem. While the primary responsibility is the Microsoft cloud environment as a member of a small team the incumbent must be willing and able to work on a broad set of systems applications and technologies. The incumbent works in close coordination with other senior members of the IT staff to carry out departmental initiatives and goals.
This position may be performed on campus or remotely. Remote employees are required to travel to campus for two weeks for onboarding and at least once annually for team retreats. Standard working hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Mountain Time with some flexibility. Occasional after-hours and on-call work is expected. This position reports to the Supervising System Administrator.
Specific Responsibilities:
Administer and manage our Microsoft 365 SaaS application and cloud infrastructure writ large. Includes but is not limited to Azure Exchange Online OneDrive SharePoint Teams Entra ID and Power Automate Office etc.
Manage cloud-based servers including database servers.
Manage licensing and compute costs to maximize the value of our Microsoft infrastructure.
Manage the interactions of the Microsoft environment with other enterprise systems (SSO DNS IDM integrations)
Lead the design development implementation of new cloud solutions.
Ensure system reliability performance and security across all platforms.
Complete the migration of our remaining on premises infrastructure and applications to the cloud.
Provide technical leadership in area of expertise.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skill & Abilities:
Advanced trouble shooting and analytical skills.
Good communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and proactively without direct supervision.
Ability to work with a team in a remote setting.
Ability to learn and implement new technology.
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects and issues efficiently through to completion.
Ability to do basic scripting including PowerShell.
Possesses solid security fundamentals including firewalls encryption and data protection to safeguard M365 environments.
Strong understanding of networking such as TCP/IP DNS
Experience with operating systems including Linux and Windows.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in information technology information systems computer science engineering or related field.
Five years of general IT experience
Three years as a system or application administrator in a mid to large enterprise environment (500 end users 30 supported services) in progressively responsible positions.
Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing a Microsoft 365 environment including Azure infrastructure.
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Advanced degree(s) in information technology information systems computer science engineering or related fields.
Current relevant Microsoft certifications
Experience working in higher education.
Compensation: $80000 to $85000 annually with benefits. This position is FLSA exempt. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan dental insurance retirement plan life insurance and other insurance options. After one year of employment Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
How to Apply: Apply online at Required attachments for online application include a letter of application resume and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act in any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to Chad Robinson
Application deadline: September 8th 2025at 11:59pm (MDT)
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of 3700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates 33% are graduate students and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries 50 states and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17 Westerns faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized rigorous and immersive education. Visitto learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison Colorado about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals exhibitions performances wellness activities and the winter many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country the summer bikers hikers and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails while others delight in fishing boating and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets.
Western Colorado University believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (for state classified positions with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Please see our diversity statement and our DEII Committee charge.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at or .
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
