Job Application for IT System Administrator at Cannondale

For more than 50 years, Cannondale has been a leading innovator in the cycling world. As more riders of all ages and abilities get on the roads, trails, and streets than ever before, we're here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the future each and every day. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere. Fueled by a free-thinking, always-game, got-your-back mentality, we ditched the rulebook and set forward on a path to make iconic bikes that simply work better. We look forward to the ride with you.

About the Role:

Here's a brand new role on our global IT team in our incredible Almelo facility. As a System Administrator, you'll play a critical role in supporting and optimizing our hybrid technology environment. In this role, you’ll serve as a technical expert, managing everything from hardware and software troubleshooting to designing integrated systems. You'll dive deep into our existing infrastructure, and design, test, and bring real value with the tools we have to make it even better, helping to shape the future of our IT landscape across global operations, including direct support for our manufacturing and assembly plant systems. If you're someone who thrives on variety, enjoys hands-on challenges, and wants to make a real impact in a fast-paced, international environment, we’d love to connect with you.

Note: This is not a remote position. This role is based at our Almelo, Netherlands location.

How You'll Make an Impact:

Document and develop in-depth knowledge of company’s existing IT architecture/infrastructure, and technology portfolio
Conduct research on products, services and emerging technologies in support of infrastructure development efforts and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and infrastructure flexibility
Design, develop, and oversee implementation of end-to-end integrated systems
Develop and execute test plans to check infrastructure and systems technical performance. Report findings and make recommendations for improvement
Develop, implement, maintain policies, procedures, and associate training plans for infrastructure administration
Design and review of new systems, applications, and hardware; conduct capacity planning as needed
Recommend, and where necessary, schedule and perform security improvements and upgrades
Compile and maintain inventory of company software assets and track their corresponding licenses to ensure compliance
Manage servers, storages, including e-mail, print, and backup and their associated operating systems and software
Conduct annual disaster recovery tests and document results
Manage and troubleshoot hybrid network environments, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises and cloud infrastructures
Monitor and optimize LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless infrastructure performance, ensuring compliance with security standards
Provide support for assembly plant infrastructure systems and applications (including manufacturing execution system, handheld scanners, MDM, security systems/cameras and label printers)
Provide end user support and coordinate with local vendors as needed

What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor’s degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or equivalent experience
3-5 years related work experience
In-depth technical knowledge of networking hardware, software and protocols, PC, and platform operating systems. (Knowledge of Linux is desirable)
Strong knowledge of hardware and software evaluation principles and practice
Previous exposure to server virtualization technologies
Experience with warehouse systems such as Zebra, SOTI, VisiTrak and BarTender
Advanced knowledge in any of the following areas is desirable: Azure, Office365, iSCSI, Windows Server, Exchange, CISCO / Meraki firewalls, switches and routers, Meraki Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, network protocols, LAN, WAN, VPN, firewall management, and operating system configuration, security, as well as Active Directory
Previous experience working in a global environment
Strong knowledge of enterprise deployment technologies such as Intune, SCCM, MDT, WSUS, Group Policy Object
Strong knowledge of automation programming skills PowerShell, VBScript, Bash
Experience with cloud computing (Azure), desktop virtualization and unified communications are desirable.
Experience in datacenter monitoring tools (Datadog)
Superior written and oral communication skills, including active listening
Ability to conduct research into emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products as required
Strong customer-service orientation and a high level of analytical and problem-solving abilities
Self-motivated and directed, with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential

Some of our Great Benefits: 

Hybrid work environment
Generous Paid Time Off
Great discounts on company products
Employee Wellness Program Pon Fit
A mix of casual yet professional culture
Discount additional health insurance package
Onsite gym (Almelo and Woudenberg)
Travel reimbursement
Collective Labour Agreement Metalektro
Pension plan

Want a closer look into what it's like to Come Ride With Us? Explore more of Cannondale on Instagram and LinkedIn.

About the organization

As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family, Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands' largest family-owned businesses, as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world: Pon.Bike, including brands like Gazelle, Santa Cruz, Cervélo, Kalkhoff, Focus, Urban Arrow, Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we value a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, regardless of your gender or race, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Our DEI Mission Statement: At Cannondale, we are on a mission to ensure all members of the cycling community feel that they belong. Our commitment to celebrating individuality and differences extends beyond our diverse line up of bikes to our workplace culture, where we recognize and embrace the strengths and viewpoints of each team member, regardless of their background or identity. We are thankful for the feedback and perspectives that challenge us to create more inclusivity in this space and hold us accountable to making meaningful progress.

WE ARE A CYCLE FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

The cycle-friendly employer certification scheme was developed to establish a European standard for cycle friendly companies. The certification is intended to help European companies to improve the situation for employees that cycle to work. As an acknowledgement for our effort we received the certificate “cycle-friendly employer”.

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