Enterprise System Administrator
About The Position
Reporting to the OIT Lead Engineer, the Enterprise System Administrator performs statewide activities associated with virtual, physical, and converged server hardware and software systems. This role is responsible for implementing and maintaining enterprise server infrastructure, supporting system automation, managing user access, and ensuring compliance with backup and disaster recovery protocols. The position supports key personnel across the college system to ensure end-user needs are met through reliable, secure, and well-maintained infrastructure.
Requirements
- 1–5 years of experience in a higher education or enterprise setting managing Windows and Linux servers, virtualization platforms, and backup systems.
- Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python, Linux shell).
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with identity management systems and public cloud platforms.
- Experience with relational database administration.
- Familiarity with infrastructure automation tools.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, design, and maintenance of IT computing infrastructure, including server OS updates, patch management, and asset tracking.
- Monitor and optimize system performance to ensure efficient operations.
- Monitor nightly processes and system performance.
- Implement and maintain file systems, backups, and disaster recovery protocols to ensure data protection and business continuity.
- Create and manage system automation using PowerShell, Python, and Linux shell scripts.
- Leverage infrastructure as code tools to improve system efficiency and reduce manual workload.
- Manage elevated user access, Active Directory, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems.
- Collaborate with application teams to automate user provisioning and develop system integration workflows.
- Serve as escalation support for issues related to server infrastructure.
- Collaborate with vendors, network specialists, and field support teams to resolve technical issues.
- Support the Enterprise Application Administrators on infrastructure-related problems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
