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Peoria, Illinois, United States
Remote only
Are you ready to make the most of your talents and abilities, while helping others make the most of their finances?
Apply to join Team CEFCU!
CEFCU member service team members are critical to the success of the credit union. They provide a professional, knowledgeable, and caring experience when members contact us. We are looking for individuals who are personable, articulate, and positive to add to our already awesome team!
A Systems Operations Engineer is responsible for operational aspects of CEFCU’s Data Center infrastructure to help enhance the Member Experience. Provides technical support escalation from desktop and Telecom support staff.Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 4–6 years of combined experience in desktop engineering and/or systems operations, with a strong foundation in managing enterprise environments and supporting production infrastructure. Leverages prior advanced experience to administer systems, manage endpoint ecosystems at scale, and contribute to server and cloud-based operations.
• Experienced in system monitoring, automation, and troubleshooting across distributed environments to ensure high availability and performance. Demonstrates the ability to independently resolve complex technical issues, streamline operational processes, and support infrastructure stability and optimization in fast-paced environments.
• Operational knowledge of:
Network Security Event Management
TCP/IP protocol
LAN/WAN technologies
Windows Active Directory Environment; System Administration
VMWare vSphere
Current Windows Desktop
Experience with troubleshooting hardware/software in a network environment.
Windows Server - All current versions, Linux experience
Microsoft SQL System Administration
Microsoft M365/Entra
• Good communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to correspond, collaborate, and communicate with all levels of staff within and outside of IT (i.e., peers, managers, and executives) and external to the organization.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Must be a self-starter and effective working independently and equally comfortable working in a team environment.
• Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills and pay attention to detail.
• Must be dependable and flexible and provide excellent customer service.
Preferred:
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA).
• M365 Certified: Fundamentals.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate.
• M365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA).
• Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA).
• Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).
• VMware Certified Associate (VCA).
Summary Pay Range
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $38.80 - $45.59.The pay range listed represents the anticipated starting range for a successful candidate. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.
Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at CEFCU.
Financial
Merit-based raises
Health and Welfare
Generous paid time off (Holiday, Personal or Sick Time, Vacation)
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (PPO, HDHP)
Flexible Spending Plan (Medical Reimbursement Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account)
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Benefits (Accident Plan, Critical Illness Plan, Hospital Indemnity Plan, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Plan, Legal Plan)
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan – Pension
Defined Contribution Plan – 401K
Additional Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Career growth through internal job postings
Management Development Program: formal mentoring and training
Opportunities to help improve and build the CEFCU of tomorrow through process teams
Opportunities to personally contribute to corporate financial literacy and community initiatives
Casual days to support local charities
Employee discounts on entertainment, cell phone plans, theme park tickets, and more
On-site fitness center, fitness classes, and wellness program
It is CEFCU’s policy and intent to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, sex/gender (including gender expression/identity, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and/or any other basis protected by law. This policy covers all facets of employment including, but not limited to: recruitment, selection, placement, promotions, transfers, demotions, terminations, training, and compensation.
