University of Connecticut · 6 hours ago
Systems Administrator 1 or 2
Storrs, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe University of Connecticut (UConn) Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a Systems Administrator 1 or 2 to support and coordinate system operations for the College of Engineering. This position involves Windows and Linux server administration, PowerShell development, and assisting faculty with technology needs while ensuring reliable and secure IT services.
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Responsibilities
Collaboration: Work closely with College of Engineering faculty, researchers, and ITS colleagues to resolve technical issues and meet project objectives
Documentation: Maintain accurate technical documentation and standard operating procedures
Professional Development: Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in systems administration
Shared Support: Perform other related tasks to support the broader enterprise systems as assigned
Operational Maintenance: Assist with the routine patching, software installation, and hardware maintenance of Windows and Linux servers
Script Execution: Run and perform minor updates to existing PowerShell scripts to maintain operational workflows for Engineering services
M365 Support: Assist with the administration of Office 365 user services, including basic troubleshooting of Teams sites and the management of distribution lists
Monitoring & Remediation: Monitor system health and security alerts; follow established protocols to remediate common vulnerabilities
End-User Assistance: Provide Tier 1 technical support for faculty and staff, escalating complex issues to senior administrators
System Lifecycle Management: Independently manage the full lifecycle of Windows and Linux servers, including architectural design, installation, complex upgrades, and advanced troubleshooting
Automation Development: Design, author, and maintain advanced PowerShell code and automation modules for Engineering and Office 365 services (e.g., automated Teams provisioning)
Security & Policy Leadership: Lead vulnerability management efforts for the college; develop and enforce local security policies in alignment with university-wide standards
Strategic Analysis: Review and analyze existing departmental services for potential centralization or migration to cloud-based infrastructure
Project Leadership: Lead small-to-medium IT projects from conception to completion, ensuring system reliability and high-level performance for critical infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Six (6) years of directly related IT experience, OR
Associate's degree plus four (4) years of related experience, OR
Bachelor's degree plus two (2) years of related experience
Demonstrated ability to use PowerShell for routine administrative tasks and the capacity to read and update existing scripts to maintain operational workflows
Demonstrated knowledge of Linux environments. Experience assisting with server patching, basic software installations, and routine troubleshooting under the guidance of senior staff
Demonstrated understanding of how systems and applications interact and stated interest in learning system workflows and assisting with the implementation of pre-designed solutions
Demonstrated analytical thinking with the ability to follow technical documentation to resolve common hardware and software issues
Eight (8) years of directly related IT experience, OR
Associate's degree in a relevant field plus six (6) years of related experience, OR
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus four (4) years of related experience
Demonstrated ability to manage existing code and create new scripts as needed
Experience fully managing Windows and Linux servers from installation, upgrading, software installs, patching, and troubleshooting
Experience with or demonstrated understanding of services such as Teams, SharePoint, and Distribution lists
Proven knowledge of system design/analysis, application design/development
Demonstrated in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analysis
Demonstrated written communication and documentation skills
Preferred
Experience with or demonstrated understanding of services such as Teams, SharePoint, and Distribution lists
Experience with data entry, data cleanup, or generating standard reports from existing systems
Demonstrated familiarity with SQL concepts, such as running basic queries or understanding the structure of a relational database
Exposure to version control concepts (like Git) or an understanding of the basic software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Demonstrated familiarity with Linux package management and configuration (e.g., using Yum/Apt) or exposure to centralized management tools
Demonstrated understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS), firewalls, and the importance of security practices like Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Exposure to automation concepts or basic configuration management tools; willingness to learn platforms like Ansible
Previous experience working in a structured office environment, customer service role, or a student-worker position within an IT department
Experience with Data management and reporting
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft SQL database management
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and repositories
Experience with RedHat Satellite or puppet
Demonstrated knowledge of intermediate/advanced infrastructure and security topics including networking, firewalls, threat detection, configuration management, vulnerability analysis, and multifactor authentication
Experience with Ansible or Ansible Automation Platform
Previous experience in a higher education IT environment
Benefits
Employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn
Company
University of Connecticut
The University of Connecticut is a public research university that operates multiple campuses across Connecticut.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.68MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyUS Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-10-30Grant· $10M
2024-03-28Grant
2023-06-21Grant· $4.5M
Leadership Team
Douglas Casa
Chief Executive Officer, Korey Stringer Institute, University of Connecticut
Mingyu Qiao
Assistant Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (tenure-track)
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