Windows Administrator

Gelber Group•Chicago, IL

1d•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology. For 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. We are headquartered in Chicago with offices and remote team members across the United States and Europe. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. Our culture of entrepreneurship, innovation and collaboration empowers each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the day they join Gelber. We believe our talented staff are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing them the resources they need to succeed. With 16 distinct trading groups, we trade a little bit of everything here – with diverse styles and approaches across all major global marketplaces – and we are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure ensures a true meritocracy and attracts individuals with an edge to contribute to our consistent success. Gelber Group is seeking a Windows Administrator to join our infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their IT career who wants hands-on experience in a fast-paced, performance-driven trading environment with strong mentorship and long-term growth potential. This position requires full-time onsite presence in our Chicago office, with eligibility for a 4-day/week hybrid schedule after onboarding is complete.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a Windows Administration role
Experience administering Windows domain environments (AD, GPO, DNS)
Familiarity with Azure AD, Intune, and Office 365
Experience with WDS/MDT imaging tools
Basic understanding of networking fundamentals (DHCP)
Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Ability to prioritize and operate with urgency in a fast-paced environment
Clear communication skills and strong work ethic
Ability to lift/move equipment up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and support Microsoft Windows desktops and servers
Install software, manage printers/peripherals, and troubleshoot hardware and software issues
Administer and support a Windows on-premises domain environment, including:
Active Directory design and management
Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
DNS management
Manage CIFS shares and NTFS/share-level permissions
Support cloud services including Azure Active Directory, Intune, and Office 365
Build and maintain deployment images using Windows Deployment Services (WDS) and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
Apply basic networking knowledge including DHCP
Collaborate across Infrastructure, Security, Networking, and Trading teams
Document procedures and contribute to process improvements

Benefits

Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program with discretionary employer match
Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage; generous employer cost-sharing
Tuition reimbursement for Undergraduate and Graduate courses
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
Generous vacation time (23-day accrual in first full calendar year of employment; prorated accrual in initial year), paid holidays, and paid maternity/paternity leave
Weekly catered lunches and monthly continental breakfasts
Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
Enjoyable work environment including golf simulator
Employee referral bonus program
Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
Casual, relaxed dress code