The University of Georgia · 12 hours ago
System Administrator
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$49K/yr - $62K/yrThe University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. They are seeking a System Administrator to manage and support their virtualized server environments, ensuring system performance, data integrity, and continuity of operations.
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Responsibilities
Installs, configures, maintains, and supports virtualized server environments, including virtual machines in Linux and Windows Server platforms
Administers physical and virtual servers, performing system deployment, configuration, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting in a production environment
Monitors system performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues to maintain reliable operations
Schedules and executes routine system processes, including data transfers, backups, and maintenance tasks
Performs backup verification and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and continuity of services
Implements and follows system security practices, including access controls, patching, and system hardening
Responds to system alerts, security events, and operational incidents, documenting actions taken and escalating issues as appropriate
Administers directory services and identity systems, including user and device account management
Supports endpoint management platforms for Windows and macOS devices, including configuration, policy enforcement, and troubleshooting
Provides backend support for web and application servers as part of the College’s computing environment
Collaborates with IT team members to resolve system-related issues and support user needs
Supports enterprise storage systems and assists with data and hardware lifecycle management
Monitors storage utilization and backup operations, reporting issues and assisting with remediation
Assists with disaster recovery and business continuity activities, including routine testing and documentation
Maintains technical documentation for system configurations, procedures, and operational standards
Follows change management procedures when implementing system updates or configuration changes
Assists with evaluating tools, technologies, and processes to improve system reliability and efficiency
Performs other duties consistent with the scope and level of the position as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Knowledge of enterprise virtualization technologies, including VMware vSphere, in a production datacenter environment
Working knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g., Ubuntu and other distributions), including system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting
Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and modern endpoint management platforms such as Microsoft Intune
Proficiency with macOS device management, including Jamf or comparable mobile device management (MDM) solutions
Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions, including platforms such as Synology Active Backup for Business, with an emphasis on data integrity and off-site recovery
Experience administering storage systems such as Dell PowerVault SAN, including capacity planning and performance monitoring
Understanding of iSCSI storage networking concepts and implementation in virtualized environments
Knowledge of change management best practices, including planning, testing, documentation, and communication of system changes in a production environment
Strong ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and support documentation for internal stakeholders
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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