What are the responsibilities and job description for the System/Database Administrator position at Redbarn Pet Products?
Description
About Us:
Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Some Perks of Joining the Redbarn Team
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with a company match
- Flexible/Health Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick
- Hybrid Work Schedule (3 days in office)
- Employee Pet Food Discounts
- Complimentary Office Snacks
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Administrator to join our enterprise IT infrastructure team. This role is responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimizing mission-critical systems across our corporate network and data centers. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing complex environments, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced enterprise setting.
You’ll support hundreds of users, multiple locations, and integrated cloud systems — ensuring high availability, performance, and security across all platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux servers, including domain controllers, file servers, SAP HANA 2.0 database and application servers.
- Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and Azure AD synchronization in hybrid environments.
- Oversee enterprise VMware vSphere or Hyper-V infrastructure — provisioning, patching, and performance tuning.
- Support Office 365 / Microsoft 365 administration including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and Intune.
- Manage and secure network infrastructure (Cisco/Meraki) — VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Implement and maintain data backup and disaster recovery strategies using enterprise tools (e.g., Veeam, Acronis, or Otava).
- Monitor system performance, resource utilization, and logs to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
- Maintain security compliance (SOC 2, ISO 27001) by applying patches and adhering to IT policies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Network, Security, DevOps, Help Desk) to support projects and troubleshoot escalated issues.
- Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting.
- Document configurations, architecture, and procedures in accordance with ITIL and change management standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of experience as a Systems Administrator or Infrastructure Engineer in an enterprise environment.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server /2019/2022/2025, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy. SUSE SLE, SAP HANA 2.0
- Experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, or cloud-based virtualization.
- Familiarity with Azure AD, or hybrid cloud integrations.
- Experience with endpoint management (Intune, SCCM, or similar).
- Understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls).
- Hands-on experience implementing backup, monitoring, and patch management solutions.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
Preferred Certifications
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate or Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or CompTIA Server / Security
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- ITIL Foundation Certification
Redbarn® Pet Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Redbarn Pet Products complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at (562) 495-7315.
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Salary : $71,250 - $95,000
