University of Southern California · 2 months ago
Systems Administrator III
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$52/hr - $58/hr
5+ years expThe University of Southern California (USC) is a world-class research university located in downtown L.A. They are seeking a Systems Administrator III to maintain and administer computer networks, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and provide guidance to lower-level staff.
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Responsibilities
Recommends changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determines hardware or software requirements related to such changes
Maintains and administers computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations
Monitors systems, servers, and auxiliary devices for performance and security. Determines whether adjustments are needed and confers with technical support staff and vendors as appropriate. Identifies changes that need to be made in the future
Troubleshoots and identifies hardware and software problems in a timely manner; resolves routine problems, replaces defective components and researches resources to identify solutions. Refers more complex problems to appropriate staff for resolution
Performs data backups and disaster recovery operations. Repairs and/or recovers systems
Designs, configures, and tests computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
Assigns, modifies, and deletes user accounts and resolves security access problems; maintains integrity of the security system
Develops documentation for systems administration procedures
Provides leadership, guidance and direction to lower level staff
Stays informed of new developments and technologies by reading journals and other pertinent publications, maintaining contact with vendors, and participating in professional organizations, meetings and seminars
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
3 years of minimum experience
Advanced understanding of and experience with systems administration, backups, operating systems programming languages and associated hardware platforms
Previous systems administration experience required
Preferred
5 plus years in systems administration
Omnissa Administrative experience
ESXi Administrative experience
Linux Administrative experience
SSL Administration
Experience working directly with researchers in highly technical and complex environments
Experience with server migrations
Proficient in: Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Cloud Storage, High Performance Computing, VMWare - EsXI
Benefits
Health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network
Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment
Tuition benefits for staff and their family
Free Professional Development classes
Central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services
Discounts to sporting and other campus events
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
H
Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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