Job Description Summary We are seeking a skilled IT Systems Administrator to install, configure, and maintain our IT infrastructure. You will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our systems, supporting both on-premises and cloud environments.
Essential Duties: - System Management: Install, configure, and maintain servers, storage, and network devices.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
- Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation for common recurring items.
- Virtualization: Manage virtualization technologies, including VMware or Hyper-V.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with other members of the IT team to ensure that the University's IT infrastructure is reliable, secure, and scalable.
- Emerging Technologies: Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in IT.
- Directory Services: Manage Active Directory and Entra ID, including structure, use, groups/accounts, sync processes, settings, and cleanup work.
- Operating Systems: Work with Windows 11 and higher OS, Windows Server 2019/2022, Linux/RedHat OS, and perform system patching as needed.
- Scripting and Automation: Use PowerShell for account provisioning, license assignment, script development, and automation in Azure/Office 365.
- Service Management: Work with Service-Now, Microsoft Office 365, and Azure.
- Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI): Work with Hyper-V Manager/Failover Manager, storage migration, and patching/updating support.
- Imaging and Deployment: Manage imaging processes, including classrooms/podiums, Deepfreeze knowledge, AVD deployment, scaling, and trading room support.
- Support: Provide on-call support as needed.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in IT systems administration.
- Experience with server, storage, and network device management.
- Proficiency in virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
- Expertise in Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Advanced PowerShell scripting skills.
- System imaging development and deployment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.
Preferred Qualifications: - Intune device management, Microsoft antivirus solutions, and WSUS.
- Hyper-V Manager/Failover Manager and migrating storage drive/build from images.
- Experience with Service-Now, Microsoft Office 365, and Azure.
Work Environment: - Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work.
- Ability to travel within and outside of campus for meetings and other work-related events, occasionally outside of normal business hours.
- Lifting up to 25 pounds, sitting for extended periods, standing at walk-up counters, and carrying equipment to faculty and staff offices on campus.
- Required to be available for occasional after-hours support for colleagues and clients (outside of standard work hours) for resolution and troubleshooting IT issues. At times, the use of personal cell phones for work will be required. Required to be available for occasional after-hours support for colleagues and clients (outside of standard work hours) for resolution and troubleshooting IT issues. At times, the use of personal cell phones for work will be required.
- 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday - on site. May be eligible for up to 2 days remote work.
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community. Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.