Location : Main Campus - Homewood, AL Job Type: Staff Full Time Job Number: FY2500336 Division: FBAS for Staff Department: STA-Enterprise Systems Group Opening Date: 10/24/2024 FLSA: Exempt Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd! You can submit an online application by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the Apply link! After viewing the Posting, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our new online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload a saved document on your computer containing your information, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to job qualification information. Demographic information is maintained only for statistical reporting and is not associated with individual applications. It is important that you review any prepopulated information as applications must show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. Description The Systems Administrator supports the network infrastructure team by assisting in the maintenance of servers, storage systems, and other IT operations. This role is intended to provide hands-on experience in certificate management and VMware operations while serving as a backup for network tasks. Job Duties
- Assist in the daily operations of servers and storage systems.
- Maintain, and review the user provisioning process for Microsoft Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
- Learn and support certificate management and VMware operations.
- Install and configure server and storage hardware.
- Provide system administration for storage array networks and network-attached storage
- Serve as the administrator for the email security gateway.
- Ensure that nightly backups are performed and support current disaster recovery operations.
- Utilize PowerShell scripting for automation of system maintenance tasks and troubleshooting.
- Participate in infrastructure projects and help troubleshoot system issues.
- Owner of the team's Document Library. Ensuring all documentation is available and up to date.
- Assist with maintaining system records.
- Schedule and implement change control processes to implement upgrades and changes successfully.
- Maintain confidential information, or confidential issues, with discretion.
- Provide the Director of Network, Systems, and Infrastructure with a weekly status report on projects and tasks for the week.
- Assist with other projects or tasks as directed by the Director of Network, Systems, and Infrastructure.
- Document all issues and maintenance-related activities in the Technology Services ticket management system.
- Participate in the on-call rotation as assigned by the Assistant Director of Network, Systems, and Infrastructure.
QualificationsEducation:
- Either, a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or minimum (3) years of relevant experience in systems administration (Windows or Linux) or network systems in lieu of a degree.
Experience:
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in systems administration or network systems support.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our 01 Do you have either a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in systems administration (Windows or Linus) or network systems?
02 Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in systems administration or network systems support?
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