Computer Systems Administrator

Simon Fraser University; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Tuition waiver for employees

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development funds

Job summary

Simon Fraser University seeks a senior systems professional to lead Linux-based instructional and research computing. You will manage FOG imaging, dual-boot lab setups, and virtualization to support teaching and competitions.

Role requires five years of relevant experience in Linux/Windows, network administration, and lab deployment. SFU offers a hybrid work program, tuition benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or related Applied Science field with five years of relevant experience including Linux/Windows Server administration.
• Experience with lab imaging workflows, virtualization, and security in education environments.
• Familiarity with deployment/configuration tools (Ansible, Puppet, Foreman, Munki, WPKG, WDS) and cloud/ storage technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert Linux-based instructional and research computing environments.
• Manage FOG Server, imaging workflows, and dual-boot lab environments.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot complex course-specific systems for instructional labs and events.
• Support secure, reliable educational computing continuity across campuses.

Skills

Linux servers

Network design

Cloud computing

Virtualization

System security

Scripting (Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or related Applied Science

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Foreman

Munki

WPKG

WDS

CloudStack

FreeNAS

VMware

EqualLogic SANs

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose - the essence of SFU - is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Join the School of Computing Science and become part of a collaborative technical team supporting a dynamic teaching and research environment across multiple campuses. You will work alongside faculty, researchers, instructors, students, and technical colleagues to enable innovative teaching, advanced research, and hands-on learning through secure, reliable, and specialized computing environments.

About the Role

This position is a critical member of the educational solutions team, providing specialized expertise in Linux-based instructional and research computing environments. Key areas include FOG Server administration and imaging workflows, dual-boot Linux/Windows lab environments, virtualization and containerized solutions, and Bash scripting and automation. The role configures, maintains, and troubleshoots complex course-specific systems and specialized computing environments supporting instructional labs and competition events. The position helps ensure secure, reliable, and fit-for-purpose technical environments that are essential to instructional continuity, advanced technical education, and student learning.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or a related Applied Science field and five years of related experience which includes network and systems administration in an environment using Linux and Windows Server and Desktop, Mac OS, Virtualization hypervisors, and clients, storage and processor clusters, firewall and router configuration, network management tools, OS and software deployment and configuration tools, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of high-performance servers, workstations and peripherals, network routing and design, cloud-based computing, virtualization, clustering and system security.
• Ability to specify, deploy, and maintain Linux and Windows Servers, Linux, Windows, and Mac OS workstations, virtualization hypervisors and virtual machines.
• Good knowledge of current operating system deployment and configuration methods (i.e., Ansible, Puppet, Foreman, Munki, WPKG, WDS, etc.) or equivalent.
• Good working knowledge of and ability to use cloudStack, FreeNAS, VMWare, EqualLogic SANs or equivalent.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, leadership, and project management skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks' vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].