Computer Systems Administrator

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island, Kingston campus, seeks an experienced IT Systems Administrator to manage and support computing, networking, instructional, and research technology for the Electrical and Computer Engineering department. You will maintain Linux servers, research clusters, embedded systems, FPGA platforms, and engineering software.

Approximately 80% of time supports the ECE department with the remaining 20% aiding College of Engineering computing needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum two years in Linux system administration, hardware, software, networking, FPGA platforms, or related engineering computing.
• Experience installing, administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux systems, hardware, software.
• Ability to design and support technical solutions, manage multiple priorities, work independently, respond to operational issues.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Linux servers, workstations, research clusters, teaching laboratories, embedded systems, FPGA platforms, printers, and related devices.
• Install, configure, upgrade, secure, monitor, document, and troubleshoot software, operating systems, databases, and network services.
• Perform backups, recovery, patching, preventive maintenance, and lifecycle management for reliable operations.
• Support faculty, staff, and students with research computing, instructional technology, engineering software, laboratory systems, FPGA development, and embedded systems.
• Evaluate and improve computing systems to meet teaching, research, cybersecurity, and operational needs.
• Provide technical guidance, training, documentation, and remote-access support.
• Coordinate work with university personnel, vendors, consultants, and contractors.

Skills

Linux admin

Networking

Embedded systems

FPGA platforms

Scripting

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

virtualization

Research clusters

Backup systems

VMware

Job description

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

Pay Grade Range Salary Hiring Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Union PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc

Campus Location

Kingston

Job Description Summary

The search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 1, 2026. Applications received after October 1, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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THE POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID (50% REMOTE ALLOWABLE ) WORK SCHEDULE .

POSITION SUMMARY :

Manage and support computing, networking, instructional, and research technology for the Electrical and Computer Engineering department within the College of Engineering. Maintain Linux servers, workstations, research clusers, laboratories, embedded systems, FPGA platforms, engineering software, and related equipment.

Approximately 80% of the position’s time supports the Electrical and Computer Engineering department. The remaining 20% support the College of Engineering computing needs as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Linux servers, workstations, research clusters, teaching laboratories, embedded systems, FPGA platforms, printers, and related devices.
• Install, configure, upgrade, secure, monitor, document, and troubleshoot software, operating systems, databases, and network services. Provide preventive maintenance for safety and continued operation of hardware/software systems.
• Perform backups, recovery, patching, preventive maintenance, and lifecycle management to ensure reliable and secure operations.
• Support faculty, staff, and students with research computing, instructional technology, engineering software, laboratory systems, FPGA development, and embedded systems.
• Evaluate and improve computing systems to meet changing teaching, research, cybersecurity, and operational needs.
• Provide technical guidance, training, documentation, and remote-access support.
• Coordinate work with university personnel, vendors, consultants, and contractors.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Support College of Engineering computing systems, laboratories, instructional clusters, servers, workstations, and related technology as assigned.
• Assist with college-wide upgrades, deployments, troubleshooting, documentation, infrastructure projects, and integration with university systems.
• Provide backup technical support to other college units as needed.
• Maintain equipment, software, warranty, and supply inventories.
• Assist with technology planning, purchasing, deployment, replacement, and lifecycle scheduling.
• Perform additional duties as required.

LICENSES , TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Linux operating systems; physical and virtual servers; computers, research clusters; FPGAs; embedded systems; laboratory equipment; databases; backup, monitoring, scripting, programming, and engineering software.

Required Qualifications

• 1.Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 2. Minimum two years of experience in an academic, research, or industrial setting involving Linux system administration, hardware, software, networking, FPGAs, embedded systems, or related engineering computing.
• 3. Demonstrated experience installing, administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux systems, hardware, software.
• 4. Ability to design and support technical solutions, manage multiple priorities, work independently, and respond effectively to operational issues.
• 5. Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and technical skills.
• 6. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Experience in higher education, engineering, research, or laboratory computing.
• 2. Experience with virtualization, research clusters, storage, backup systems, databases, web services, scripting, automation, cybersecurity, instructional laboratories, or vendor coordination.

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Occasional lifting, equipment installation, work in laboratories or equipment rooms, and after-hours support may be required.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/25/2026