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About this System Administrator role at Bright Horizons

Bright Horizons · Hybrid · Westminster CO 80020

Responsible for system support, performance, and availability of the global IT infrastructure (7x24). Provides support for operating systems, servers, storage, backup, FTP software, mail routing, and all related IT infrastructure. Monitor and troubleshoot systems, implement upgrades/changes, and assess organization's current and future needs. Primary support for on Premise, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform’s Windows, Linux, and SQL platforms. Resolve operational problems and work with vendors on an as needed basis.

This Hybrid role requires in-person work at our Westminster, CO office 3 days a week.

Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company that helps employees thrive at work and at home by partnering with employers to offer high-quality child care, elder care, and educational support. Our workplace reflects this commitment—with collaborative environments, meaningful benefits, and a culture that supports both career growth and personal well-being. Whether you’re caring for children or powering the systems and partnerships that make it all possible, at Bright Horizons, you’re the difference 

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

  • System administration, functionality, security/audit, compliance, and maintenance

  • Windows Server, Linux, and storage administration and maintenance

  • Maintain and support Rubrik backup infrastructure

  • Maintain and support MoveIT FTP infrastructure

  • Hardware support and maintenance (i.e. upgrades, patches)

  • Responsible for maintaining any security related and audit initiatives.

  • Perform day to day system administration activities.

  • Assist the IT service desk with IT infrastructure related issues as needed. Escalate unresolved problems to other IT infrastructure staff or appropriate external support providers as needed.

  • Involved in technical project planning and implementation for all corporate offices.

  • Involved with initiating new procedures and plans for the future of the company’s infrastructure with direction from management.

  • Evaluate/recommend the purchase/configuration of IT infrastructure to IT management.

  • Support and IT Project related activities

Minimum Requirements:

  • Associate Degree in Computer Science, a minimum of 3 additional years of experience would be considered in lieu of degree
  • 4+ years related professional IT experience

Preferred Requirements:

  • Must have knowledge of systems installation and maintenance. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

  • Must possess communication skills to exchange information and resolve problems with clients/users/vendors.

  • A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

  • Demonstrates:

    • Initiative and follow through

    • Ability to work independently

    • Strong Interpersonal Skills

    • Ability to work well under pressure & time constraints

    • Strong Organizational Skills

    • Ability to identify opportunities, technical risks and impacts of technology solutions

    • Ability to be on-call 24x7

  • Technical Experience:

    • Experience with configuration, deployment, and administration of Intel-based server hardware.

    • Strong knowledge of Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Active Directory Services, DNS, Microsoft Exchange, Scripting, Disaster Recovery concepts, High Availability concepts, and Storage concepts (i.e. NAS/SAN).

At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position. 

Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference. 

The annual for this position is between $75,000 - $112,000 annually. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. 

Benefits: 

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

  • Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave 

  • 401(k) retirement plan  

  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance 

  • Life insurance 

  • Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools 

  • Tuition assistance and education coaching 

  • Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family 

Deadline to Apply: 

This posting is anticipated to remain open until 9/21/2026

Life at Bright Horizons:

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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How this System Administrator salary compares

This role pays $93,500/yrbelow the typical range for System Administrator roles.

$77,395 median $116,000 $163,370

Typical range $94,981–$137,500/yr, from 583 comparable System Administrator listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See System Administrator salary insights →

About Bright Horizons

At Bright Horizons, our culture is built on our commitment to Keeping Everyone Safe and providing world-class care and education, delivered by a world-class workforce. We believe our people’s potential is endless and with this in mind, we aspire to create an environment where our colleagues can thrive and accomplish the things they thought impossible. Bright Horizons has been recognised as a Great Place to Work by our employees and the Great Place to Work Institute for the last 13 years. We care passionately about what we do, and our HEART values and principles help us support one another in the work that we do each day. These are quite literally at the HEART of our organisation’s ethos and

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