Lead Systems Administrator (Windows Endpoint Expert) (Finance)

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Lead Systems Administrator (Windows Endpoint Expert) in our Olathe, KS location. This unique position will provide expert-level leadership within the Microsoft suite of applications and how they impact user experience for Garmin endpoint systems. This architect role will leverage experience across endpoints, infrastructure and cyber security to improve the associate experience, manage changes to the environment, and increase adoption across Garmin endpoints

Essential Functions

• Designs solutions and solves complex problems, to enhance user experience and performance of Garmin's client computing systems
• Provides root cause investigations on endpoint related issues
• Develop policy and standards for endpoint configurations in order to provide a reliable and predictable user experience
• Communicates effectively regarding changes that are planned or introduced into the environment
• Designs performance metrics to measure endpoint user experience
• Research and identify new technologies to improve system performance and availability. Lead discussions around applying a modernized approach for endpoint updates, adoption, system imaging, software deployments, etc
• Partnership/Ownership - Translates, negotiates and communicates architectural and development concepts across development teams. This role will work alongside Infrastructure, Cyber Security, and Desktop Management teams to ensure the Endpoint experience is tightly managed and experience is controlled.
• Expert- Level / Executive Support - Completes complex troubleshooting/root cause analysis and can determine appropriate course of action to deliver actionable results

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or related field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Managed/Administered Windows infrastructure services (Active Directory - Azure+On Prem, Exchange, etc) AND/OR direct experience working in/with Cyber Security (specific to endpoints)
• Experience setting/developing Endpoint strategies and policies
• Excellent communication skills - executive level
• Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions

Desired Qualifications

• Managed endpoint compute services (desktop imaging, software deployments, systems/fleet management, etc)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits