Stanford University · 7 hours ago
Systems Administrator
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$128K/yr - $147K/yr
5+ years expStanford University is a prestigious institution that is seeking a Systems Administrator for its Department of Public Safety. The role involves developing, installing, configuring, and maintaining the operating system environment to ensure optimal performance and security.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Build, install, configure, analyze, tune, and troubleshoot operating system to achieve optimum performance levels
Resolve difficult system problems and provide consultation or training
Configure and assist in the design of system and network security
Manage hardware, software, and utilities for installation, modification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades of operating systems and workstation environments
Monitor and analyze resource usage to recommend/develop enhancements to system capabilities and performance
Compare, evaluate, and implement new technologies, and integrate systems into the computing environment
Document systems infrastructure for users, support and consulting personnel, and developers
Train personnel who provide support and consulting services to users
Act as liaison with various departments across campus
Facilitate vendor relationships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience
Experience with multiple types of operating systems or expert knowledge in one
Experience with managing an integrated computing environment
Extensive experience in multiple programming languages for system development
Experience with networked environments
Experience with network storage solutions
Experience with configuring and maintaining routers
Demonstrated knowledge of security protocols
Ability to manage shared resources and perform moderately complex tasks
Ability to work well independently and as a team member
Ability to train to others in applications and operating system fundamentals
Experience with middleware and infrastructure
Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation
Frequently sitting
Occasionally stand/walk, twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds
Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), grasp forcefully, use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 21>40 pounds
The final candidate will need to successfully pass a police background check to be considered for this position
Benefits
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Family care resources
Superb retirement plans
Generous time-off
Health care benefits
Hundreds of health or fitness classes
Free commuter programs
Ridesharing incentives
Discounts
Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27.62MKey Investors
American Medical AssociationNational Institutes of HealthCalifornia Institute for Regenerative Medicine
2026-01-13Grant· $1.1M
2025-09-08Grant
2025-01-30Grant· $5.6M
Leadership Team
Nadia Roumani
Co-founder and Senior Designer, Designing for Social Systems (DSS) Program, d.school
Howard Wolf
Vice President for Alumni Affairs
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