IT Administrator Jobs in Colorado
IT Administrator jobs in Colorado are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in enterprise technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare systems, and state and federal government contracting. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder anchor most of the openings, where employers like Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Leidos maintain large IT operations requiring on-site infrastructure support. The most sought-after specialties in Colorado listings are network administration, systems administration, and Microsoft 365 and Azure environment management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The IT Systems Administrator works closely with the CIO and DBA/DevOps to ensure the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of the company"s IT platforms and services. This role owns day-to-day IT operations and serves as the primary point of contact for end-user support, balancing hands-on assistance with operational ownership and longer-term improvement initiatives.
This position requires comfort operating in a generalist, hands-on environment where responsibilities are not siloed and may range from helpdesk support to infrastructure planning. The role is a key contributor to the organization"s long-term technology continuity and is designed to grow in scope as responsibilities transition over time.
This role is best suited for someone who enjoys broad responsibility and takes pride in being a trusted, go-to resource for both users and leadership.
Core Responsibilities (Owned Immediately)
- Serve as the primary helpdesk contact, providing direct support for end-user issues across hardware, software, and collaboration platforms.
- Own the administration, reliability, and lifecycle management of server, network, cloud, and endpoint environments.
- Balance reactive user support needs with proactive operational and technical improvement.
- Ensure security best practices through patching, access controls, monitoring, and regular review of configurations.
- Maintain and test disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity plans.
- Lead or significantly contribute to IT projects involving infrastructure upgrades, cloud services, and security initiatives.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into practical, supportable technology solutions.
- Maintain accurate and current system documentation, diagrams, and procedures.
- Increase ownership of vendor relationships, licensing, renewals, and service agreements.
- Participate in IT budgeting, forecasting, and roadmap planning.
- Assist with evaluation and selection of new platforms, tools, and standards.
- Support leadership decision-making by providing operational insight, risk assessments, and trade-off analysis.
- Crosstrain on selected CIO-level responsibilities to ensure knowledge continuity and operational resilience.
Required:
- Preferred 8?12+ years of progressive IT experience.
- Networking (LAN, WAN, VLAN) firewalls, VPN.
- Experience with end user support and ownership of systems reliability, security, and operational outcomes.
- Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Windows and Linux Server and Desktop environments, Azure, and Microsoft 365.
- Experience with Active Directory (on prem and Azure)
- Experience with virtualization/hyper-converged platforms.
- SharePoint administration or governance.
- Familiarity with backup software/services procedures, processes and testing.
- Exposure to phone systems and collaboration platforms (Teams, Zoom, Verizon, etc.).
- Familiarity with AEC or professional services environments and software (Autodesk, Bluebeam, etc.).
- Experience supporting IT audits, security reviews, or compliance initiatives, licensing, etc.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across end-user systems, servers, cloud platforms, and networking.
- Comfort operating as a jack-of-all-trades in a small to mid-sized IT organization.
- Ability to switch effectively between user support, operational work, and longer-term initiatives.
- Pragmatic mindset with a focus on reliable, maintainable solutions appropriate for the organization"s size.
- Proactive documentation and continuous improvement mindset.
- Comfortable being visible and accessible to users; genuinely enjoys helping people.
- Willing to handle a mix of strategic, operational, and tactical work without rigid role boundaries.
- Takes ownership of issues from initial report through resolution.
- Maintains patience and professionalism in user-facing support situations.
- Able to operate effectively with imperfect information in a fast-moving environment.
- Willing to occasionally work outside normal business hours for planned changes or incidents.
This position requires working in the Fort Collins office a minimum of three (3) days per week.
The IT Systems Administrator works closely with the CIO and DBA/DevOps to ensure the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of the company"s IT platforms and services. This role owns day-to-day IT operations and serves as the primary point of contact for end-user support, balancing hands-on assistance with operational ownership and longer-term improvement initiatives.
This position requires comfort operating in a generalist, hands-on environment where responsibilities are not siloed and may range from helpdesk support to infrastructure planning. The role is a key contributor to the organization"s long-term technology continuity and is designed to grow in scope as responsibilities transition over time.
This role is best suited for someone who enjoys broad responsibility and takes pride in being a trusted, go-to resource for both users and leadership.
Core Responsibilities (Owned Immediately)
- Serve as the primary helpdesk contact, providing direct support for end-user issues across hardware, software, and collaboration platforms.
- Own the administration, reliability, and lifecycle management of server, network, cloud, and endpoint environments.
- Balance reactive user support needs with proactive operational and technical improvement.
- Ensure security best practices through patching, access controls, monitoring, and regular review of configurations.
- Maintain and test disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity plans.
- Lead or significantly contribute to IT projects involving infrastructure upgrades, cloud services, and security initiatives.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into practical, supportable technology solutions.
- Maintain accurate and current system documentation, diagrams, and procedures.
- Increase ownership of vendor relationships, licensing, renewals, and service agreements.
- Participate in IT budgeting, forecasting, and roadmap planning.
- Assist with evaluation and selection of new platforms, tools, and standards.
- Support leadership decision-making by providing operational insight, risk assessments, and trade-off analysis.
- Crosstrain on selected CIO-level responsibilities to ensure knowledge continuity and operational resilience.
Required:
- Preferred 8?12+ years of progressive IT experience.
- Networking (LAN, WAN, VLAN) firewalls, VPN.
- Experience with end user support and ownership of systems reliability, security, and operational outcomes.
- Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Windows and Linux Server and Desktop environments, Azure, and Microsoft 365.
- Experience with Active Directory (on prem and Azure)
- Experience with virtualization/hyper-converged platforms.
- SharePoint administration or governance.
- Familiarity with backup software/services procedures, processes and testing.
- Exposure to phone systems and collaboration platforms (Teams, Zoom, Verizon, etc.).
- Familiarity with AEC or professional services environments and software (Autodesk, Bluebeam, etc.).
- Experience supporting IT audits, security reviews, or compliance initiatives, licensing, etc.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across end-user systems, servers, cloud platforms, and networking.
- Comfort operating as a jack-of-all-trades in a small to mid-sized IT organization.
- Ability to switch effectively between user support, operational work, and longer-term initiatives.
- Pragmatic mindset with a focus on reliable, maintainable solutions appropriate for the organization"s size.
- Proactive documentation and continuous improvement mindset.
- Comfortable being visible and accessible to users; genuinely enjoys helping people.
- Willing to handle a mix of strategic, operational, and tactical work without rigid role boundaries.
- Takes ownership of issues from initial report through resolution.
- Maintains patience and professionalism in user-facing support situations.
- Able to operate effectively with imperfect information in a fast-moving environment.
- Willing to occasionally work outside normal business hours for planned changes or incidents.
This position requires working in the Fort Collins office a minimum of three (3) days per week.
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- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification recognized by Colorado employers
- Experience managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy
- Hands-on administration of Microsoft 365 or Azure cloud environments
- Proficiency with network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and VPN configuration
- Experience supporting end users and managing helpdesk ticketing systems
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
IT Administrator Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a it administrator in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as an it administrator, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect at least an associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, combined with certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate. Building experience through helpdesk or support roles at Colorado companies, government contractors, or healthcare systems is the most common entry route.
How much do IT administrators make in Colorado?
IT administrators in Colorado earn a median of about $103,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,110 for the lowest 10% to over $155,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire it administrators in Colorado?
Employers hiring it administrators in Colorado right now include Winter Park Resort, Fourth, and SGM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large healthcare networks creates consistent year-round demand for on-site infrastructure and systems support roles.
Which Colorado cities have the most it administrator jobs?
Denver, Englewood, and Winter Park have the most it administrator openings in Colorado. Denver drives the largest share because it is home to major corporate headquarters, state government agencies, and UCHealth's regional hub, while Colorado Springs draws heavily from the military installations and defense contractors concentrated along the Front Range.
Are there remote it administrator jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of it administrator openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves physical hardware, on-site servers, and in-person user support. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely are monitoring, ticketing, and cloud-based system configuration rather than infrastructure installation or device management.
How can I get hired as a it administrator in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a helpdesk or IT support technician role first, then moving into administration once you have hands-on environment exposure. UCHealth, Colorado state agencies, and large defense contractors like Leidos and Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs regularly hire entry-level IT support staff into structured on-the-job training tracks. Earning CompTIA A+ and Network+ before you apply and building a home lab demonstrating Windows Server and Active Directory skills gives candidates without formal work history a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to it administrator jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to it administrator jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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