Associate Systems Administrator

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Education discount for staff & depend­

Up to 10% retirement match

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Professional Staff member to support and monitor Windows Server environments on physical and virtual servers. The role includes configuring VRA specs for new virtual servers, applying patches, and maintaining hardware.

You will work with IT application teams to ensure software compatibility and provide tier 3 IT support across the UAMS network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field with 1 year of relevant experience in two areas.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 1 year of relevant experience in two areas.
• Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field with 2 years of related experience.
• High School diploma/GED with 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Support and monitor the Windows Server environment on physical and virtual servers.
• Manage configuration specs in VRA for new/updated virtual servers.
• Maintain OS patch levels and hardware in the data center.
• Collaborate with IT applications teams to assess software compatibility with the UAMS environment.

Skills

Windows Server Administration

Storage Area Network Administration

Azure

PowerShell

Active Directory Administration

MS SQL Server Administration

MS Internet Information Server

MS Intune/Configuration Manager

File and Print Services

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field

High School diploma/GED with 3+ years of related experience

Job description

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

Regular

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Closing Date:

10/21/2026

Institution Overview

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks

(available for benefits eligible positions only)

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Department:

IT | Server Support

Summary of Job Duties:

Under supervision, responsible for supporting and monitoring the Windows Server operating system environment on both physical and virtual servers. Additionally, this position is responsible for requesting configuration specs within VRA for new virtual servers, reconfiguring existing servers within VRA, maintaining patch levels within the OS, as well as the installation, monitoring and maintenance of physical server hardware. This position is also responsible for working with IT application areas to evaluate new software and the software’s compatibility with the existing UAMS computing environment. Provide tier 3 technical assistance to all levels of Information Technology, application support personnel, vendors, and non-IT UAMS entities that connect to the UAMS network. Keeps up-to-date on emerging technologies that would benefit UAMS and complement UAMS' mission/goals. This position participates in a group 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year on-call rotation where each member of the group takes call for 1 week at a time.

UAMS IT Environment includes but is not limited to: Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Intersystem Cache, Citrix XenApp, Rubrik backup, DHCP, DNS, Epic EMR, Epic, Exchange, IIS, Linux Operating Systems, Proxy, Radius, SQL Server, Storage Area Network (SAN), VMware View/ESX/Horizon, VPN, Windows Desktop Operating Systems, Windows Server Operating Systems.

Qualifications:

• Master's degreein Computer Science or related field of study, plus one (1) year of experience supporting two of the following: Windows Server Administration, Storage Area Network Administration, Azure, PowerShell, Microsoft (MS) Active Directory Administration, MS SQL Server Administration, MS Internet Information Server, MS Intune/Configuration Manager, or File and Print Services, or
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field of study, plus one (1) year experience supporting two of the following: Windows Server Administration, Storage Area Network Administration, Azure, PowerShell, Microsoft (MS) Active Directory Administration, MS SQL Server Administration, MS Internet Information Server, MS Intune/Configuration Manager, or File and Print Services, or
• Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field of study, plus two (2) years of experience supporting two of the following: Windows Server Administration, Storage Area Network Administration, Azure, PowerShell, Microsoft (MS) Active Directory Administration, MS SQL Server Administration, MS Internet Information Server, MS Intune/Configuration Manager, or File and Print Services, or
• High School diploma/GED plus three (3) years of experience supporting two of the following: Windows Server Administration, Storage Area Network Administration, Azure, PowerShell, Microsoft (MS) Active Directory Administration, MS SQL Server Administration, MS Internet Information Server, MS Intune/Configuration Manager, or File and Print Services required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a Research, Higher Education, or Healthcare environment.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check. This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes