Systems Administrator

About Baker Boyer:

Baker Boyer is the oldest independently owned community bank in the Pacific Northwest. It serves the Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Basin and Yakima Valley communities, providing wealth management as well as personal and business banking services.   

What We Offer:

• Compensation: 
• Systems Administrator- $55,000- $70,000 a year
• 401(k) - 100% safe harbor match up to 6%, plus an additional profit-sharing contribution, resulting in employer contributions of up to 12% of annual salary. 
• Paid Leave- 
• 10 days* of Vacation time – The annual Vacation accrual increases by a day each year for the first 10 years, and an additional half day each year for the next 10 years, reaching the maximum Vacation accrual of 25 days at year 20.
• 7 days* of Sick, Safe & More (SSMORE) leave- SSMORE accrues at a rate of 1.2 hours for every 40 hours worked. SSMORE is intended to meet sick and safe leave needs, but it can also be used for vacation or other personal leave.
• 3 Revive & Renew (R&R) days – We understand the importance of unwinding and recharging, so these R&R days are loaded on the first of each year (prorated for new hires based on the quarter in which they’re hired).

• 11 Paid Federal Holidays annually*

*Number of paid holidays may be fewer than 11 on years when there are Federal Holidays that are observed on Saturdays.

• Life Assistance Plan
• Free access to financial counselors
• Employee Wellness Program
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time annually

About this role: 

The System Administrator is responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and managing software, hardware, and networks. They ensure IT infrastructure runs efficiently and securely while supporting users and troubleshooting technical issues. This role typically involves advanced administration tasks, project leadership, and collaboration with IT teams to improve system performance and security.  Must be able to work independently, as part of a team, and with little to no supervision to complete tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networks, and IT systems.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Perform regular system updates, patches, and security enhancements.
• Maintain data backups.
• Support virtualization, cloud services, and storage solutions.
• Automate tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Ensure compliance with IT policies and security best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT projects and system improvements.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and issue resolutions.
• Work independently to resolve technical issues and complete projects.
• Cooperate effectively with team members and other departments to achieve IT objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 3-5 years of system administration experience.
• Technical Skills:
• Windows and/or Linux server administration.
• Networking (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls).
• Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar).
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Scripting and automation experience.
• Cybersecurity fundamentals and best practices.
• Certifications (Preferred but not required):
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (or similar).
• CompTIA Server or Security .
• Cisco CCNA or equivalent networking certification.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands/Conditions Requirements:

The job tasks and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as appropriate to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and/or stand, write, type, speak, and listen. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to sit at desk and work on computer.

Additional Requirements/Information:

Occasional travel for business or training purposes is required.  

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Baker Boyer believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor the organization to adjust the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the company.

Baker Boyer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000