Remote Systems Administrator
6 days ago
Alachua
At Climate First Bank, we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a member of 1% for the Planet, and part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), reflecting our deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical banking. With branches in St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora, and a growing digital presence, we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them. Under our Holding Company, Climate First Bancorp, we are also powered by OneEthos. OneEthos operates at the intersection of fintech and traditional banking to expand access to inclusive, values-driven financial services. Regulated by the Federal Reserve Bank, it equips Community Banks, Credit Unions, CDFIs, and Green Banks with ethical lending tools—especially in climate finance and solar lending. We’re seeking driven, mission-aligned individuals ready to make an impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability, thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment, and want to be part of something bigger, you will feel right at home. Our team is one of goal-setters, go-getters, problem solvers, thought leaders, and changemakers. We celebrate wins, tackle challenges head-on, and push boundaries. Fueled by purpose, we thrive where perseverance and passion turn ambitious goals into reality. At Climate First Bank, we’re investing in your future. We offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance. Compensation — In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity. Actual compensation is based on industry salary ranges, internal salary structures, experience, skills and other job-related factors. Health Coverage — 100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Health Savings Account (HSA), • Free Telemedicine access via Teladoc Financial Wellness & Wealth Building • 401(k) with 6% Employer Match — No Vesting Period., • Employee Stock Options, • Exclusive Employee Banking Perks, • 0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans, • Employee Only Mortgage Product with exclusive interest rates and terms., • 0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs), • Referral Incentives Generous Paid Time Off • 2–4 Weeks of Vacation based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time., • 64 Hours of Paid Sick Time for all full-time employees. Protection & Peace of Mind • Company-Paid Life Insurance, • Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, legal, and financial services. Now Hiring: System Administrator We’re looking for a System Administrator who will keep Climate First Bank’s technology environment secure, reliable, and ready for growth. In this role, you will support critical on-premises and cloud-based systems, manage user access and lifecycle provisioning, strengthen operational controls, and serve as a trusted technical escalation point for complex issues across the organization. What You’ll Contribute: Keep Critical Systems Running Strong • Administer critical on-premises and cloud-based systems, including servers, virtualization platforms, endpoint management solutions, and core banking-related technologies., • Maintain system uptime, performance reliability, and lifecycle management through monitoring, maintenance, patching, and release planning., • Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuous improvement activities across infrastructure and mission-critical systems. Strengthen Access, Security, and Operational Controls • Manage Active Directory, Azure AD, group policies, identity and access controls, and user lifecycle provisioning in alignment with internal controls and regulatory expectations., • Ensure compliance with bank policies, information security requirements, and standards including BSA, AML, OFAC, NIST, and vendor-related controls., • Lead incident response and root-cause analysis for system-related outages, security events, or operational disruptions, coordinating with cybersecurity partners as needed. Build Clarity, Documentation, and Cross-Functional Partnership • Develop, maintain, and audit system documentation, diagrams, configuration baselines, and runbooks to ensure operational transparency and audit readiness., • Coordinate with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Digital Banking teams to support system requirements, upgrades, integrations, and cross-department initiatives., • Serve as an escalation point for IT Specialists and System Administrators, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance oversight. Champion Our Mission, Protect What Matters • Adopt a commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice., • Stay informed of applicable regulatory requirements and complete all mandatory compliance and IT training., • Pursue and demonstrate an understanding of established Bank policies, procedures, and regulations., • Question suspicious activity and collaborate closely with the respective department(s) to help prevent fraudulent activity. What Makes a Stand-Out Candidate: Experience & Education • Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered., • 2+ years of experience in systems administration, infrastructure engineering, or related IT roles, preferably in financial services., • Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Hyper-V, SaaS platforms, enterprise storage technologies, and secure configuration practices., • Proficiency with Active Directory, Azure AD, group policy, identity and access management, endpoint management, and Microsoft 365 administration., • Experience leading or participating in technical initiatives is preferred. Entrepreneurial Self-Starter - You take charge of your work product and take pride in delivering consistently great and measurable results. You solve problems efficiently and possess strong customer-service orientation with the ability to support high-level executives and their technology needs. A high-pace and high-expectation environment excites you and you can’t wait to push yourself to new professional heights in a company that rewards high performance. Organization & Efficiency- You manage your time like a pro and stay focused under pressure. You love a good system but also adapt to changing routines. You’re a master note-taker and checklist fanatic and stay on top of things with ease and consistency. Master Communicator- You communicate with confidence, precision, and professionalism. You listen deeply and respond thoughtfully and are able to engage efficiently and tactfully with both external and internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Additionally, you summarize complex issues clearly and help others understand what needs to happen next. Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess understanding of network fund, VPN technologies, MFA systems, and secure configuration practices and bring experience in patch management, configuration management, automation/orchestration tooling, scripting, and monitoring platforms. Tech-Forward and Analytical Thinking - You learn new tools quickly, are excited by innovation, and use technology to optimize secure, reliable, and efficient operations. You bring strong analytic and diagnostic skills and can translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable resolutions. Commitment to Being a Team Player - You lift others up, share ideas, and bring positive energy to everything you do. You know what it takes to operate as a part of a larger team and cherish opportunities to contribute to the big picture. You’re dependable, communicate clearly and always happy to lend a hand where needed. The Work Environment: • Remote role within the United States; Eastern Standard Hours., • Occasional U.S. travel for company events., • Tobacco-Free employer. All employees must affirm to be non-smokers or affirm commitment to cessation within 90-days of offer acceptance., • Sustained standing and sitting, frequent communication (speaking and listening) and use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. The Hiring Process: Applications must be submitted through the official application link. Resumes sent via other channels may be delayed or bypassed. Processing times may vary. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted by the hiring team. Our process follows the Topgrading Methodology — we hire A-Players through a structured, transparent process that includes: • Cognitive and personality assessments, • An application form spanning your full education and work history, • 3 conversation stages with key team members- get to know us!, • Credit and background checks conducted before the final interview, • Final Step: Connect us with former mentors and managers of our choice for reference chats. We do not offer visa sponsorship and will not pursue candidates without valid work authorization. Equal Opportunity Statement: At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9
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