Intermediate Systems Administrator

About Us

Active Power Investments (API) is a dynamic power trading firm focused on innovation, integrity, and operational excellence. We’re scaling rapidly and building a strong internal foundation of technology and talent. We’re looking for a capable Intermediate Systems Administrator who can support and optimize our growing IT infrastructure.

Role Overview

As an Intermediate Systems Administrator, you’ll be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing core IT systems, user support, and infrastructure components. You will play a key role in ensuring the security, availability, and performance of internal systems, while also contributing to automation, upgrades, and ongoing tech improvements.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft environment (Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, etc.)

• Recommend and implement security measures and enforce IT policies (e.g., MFA, antivirus, data protection)

• Support and expand, our on-prem VMWare environment

• Proactively monitor system performance, perform routine maintenance, and respond to incidents

• Recommend process improvement and automation initiatives

• Set up and maintain user accounts, hardware, and software across endpoints

• Manage backups, disaster recovery procedures, and patching schedules

• Support network configuration and troubleshoot connectivity issues

• Assist in onboarding/offboarding processes, ensuring smooth device and access setup

• Work with vendors and service providers as needed

• Document systems, procedures, and change logs for internal use

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a Systems Administrator or IT Support role

• Proficiency securing IT infrastructure from external and internal attacks

• Proficiency with [Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, VMWare, etc.]

• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, OS, and network layers

• Familiarity with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash)

• Understanding of IT security best practices

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to issues

• Confident working in a time-sensitive environment

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a finance or similar trading environment

• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS)

• Familiarity with virtualization (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware)

• Exposure to compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001)

• Comfort working in a lean or startup-style environment

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Growth opportunities in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment

• Exposure to the energy and trading industries

• Flexible work arrangements

• A collaborative and supportive team culture