Systems Administrator

Status: Exempt

Location: Sodus New York Disclaimer: Reliant headquarters are located at 10 Benton Place Sodus New York. The position will allow for some remote work flexibility; however an in-person presence at our headquarters is expected.

Schedule: Monday - Friday. Must be flexible to meet current and future business needs.

General Summary:

Reliant Credit union ranked one of Rochesters top mid-sized workplaces nine years in a row seeks a Systems Administrator to join our team.

The Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining technology systems including server database networking hardware software and their operations. This includes installing diagnosing repairing maintaining and upgrading all hardware and software equipment to ensure optimal computing and equipment performance

As the Systems Administrator at Reliant you will:

• Maintains and monitors network and server systems according to regulatory and best practice standards. This includes leading efforts to mitigate system and network vulnerabilities supporting existing security systems and working with third party security providers.
• Recognizes anticipates troubleshoots repairs and resolves all network and server related problems.
• Assists in the development of long-term strategies and capacity planning for future networking and system needs. Proactively provides recommendations and changes to our technology environment.
• Maintains regular and consistent backups of network and server systems in accordance with procedures and regulatory/best practice standards for business continuity.
• Maintains documentation and reports on network server IT security systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to IT staff so that problems are prevented and resolved quickly without significant interruption. Also provide assistance to Credit Union staff as requested.

Reliants benefits package includes:

• 401k retirement plan with up to 7% match
• Paid time off including vacation sick wellness federal holidays and your birthday!
• Affordable Insurances (medical dental vision life) for as little as $7 a month
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Branded Apparel - to truly make you feel part of the team
• And much more!

• Bachelors degree in computer related field and three years of related work experience; additional related work experience considered in lieu of educational requirements.
• Current advanced level certification in networking system administration or security is highly desired.
• Hands on experience with industry standard server and desktop virtualization technologies; anti-virus malware and intrusion prevention technologies; automated software updating and patching services; and data encryption and secure file transmission technologies.
• Strong understanding of network and security principles as related to systems infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of standard scripting languages including PowerShell and Python.
• Working knowledge of industry standard server and desktop virtualization enterprise antivirus data encryption secure file transmission technologies automated software update/patching services malware and intrusion prevention technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting & analytical skills and ability to organize teams to facilitate resolution of production issues.

Physical Requirements:

• Use of keyboard monitor telephone and other standard office equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person and via telephone video conferencing email and written documents.
• Access document equipment and files above and below waist levels.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Candidates considered for hire are subject to credit and other employment reference checks.

Reliant Community Federal Credit Union is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer AA Disability/Veteran. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources department via phone at or email at