System Administrator III

Texas A&M - Kingsville • Kingsville, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Administrator III, under direction, serves as a technical lead for systems administration projects or services. Provides technical oversight for the application of and compliance with technical standards. Coordinates the technical activities of a systems administration support team. This position is security sensitive and will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment. It also requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures. All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of project management, mentoring, negotiation skills, basic vendor relations, advanced client relations skills, proposal writing, business acumen, persuasive communication, adaptability to change, team leadership skills, and quality assurance methodologies.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and oversight for server administration.
• Sets up and configures large and complex servers.
• Develops complex system logic and configurations.
• Conducts complex server performance analysis and tuning.
• Coordinates routine audits of systems and software.
• Oversees and coordinates the analysis of system logs.
• Coordinates and monitors the problem management process, including backup support.
• Troubleshoots complex network problems.
• Provides Tier III technical support.
• Oversees documentation of server support methods, procedures, and configurations.
• Oversees system security activities designed to protect and recover client data.
• Develops disaster recovery plans for complex systems.
• Coordinates evaluations of new technologies.
• Makes technology recommendations based on evaluation results and client needs.
• Creates, evaluates, and approves plans for new technology deployments.
• Oversees and approves system integration testing plans.
• Provides technical oversight for planning large server hardware and software purchases.
• Develops specifications and plans for large and complex server hardware purchases.
• Collaborates with project leaders to develop project work plans and schedules.
• Defines and outlines project phases.
• Identifies personnel and staffing requirements for projects.
• Determines computing equipment and infrastructure requirements.
• Provides technical leadership and oversight throughout technology projects.
• Coordinates technical resources and activities to support successful system implementations.

Benefits

• Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Book scholarships
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior