INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER I

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks an Information Systems Manager I to direct the Windows server and SQL Server environments, ensuring secure access to research data and reliable IT services for faculty and staff.

You will supervise staff, plan budgets, coordinate with upper management, and lead software implementations while evaluating new technologies to align with department goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or related field with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Ability to manage Microsoft Windows servers in production.
• Strong records/filing systems management.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Microsoft Windows server and Microsoft SQL Server environment supporting research study data access.
• Works with departmental administrators to create user accounts and assign appropriate security controls.
• Provides technical assistance for VPN and remote desktop issues.
• Directs installation and maintenance of server software, database administration, and security/failure recovery.
• Monitors system load and throughput to guide system tuning and capacity planning.
• Leads software implementation efforts and manages change across diverse user groups.
• Evaluates new technologies and recommends solutions aligned with organizational needs and resources.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities of assigned staff to meet end-user information system needs.
• Performs supervisory functions, including mentoring and developing staff and promoting a collaborative, service‑oriented environment.
• Participates with upper management in establishing department direction.
• Tracks budgets, forecasts costs, and performs cost analysis related to software systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

VPN/Remote access

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Windows Server

SQL Server

VPN

Remote Desktop

Job description

Job Description - INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER I (T237521)

INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER I - ( T237521 )

Description

Plans, organizes, directs and controls activities of assigned staff with the goal of meeting the information system needs of department customers. Participates with upper management in establishing direction for the department. Generic summary not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties: performance standards or requirements, efforts, skills or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, change in workload or technological developments).

Manages the Microsoft Windows server and SQL Server environment supporting faculty and staff access to research study data, while directing the staff and strategic planning necessary to meet the information system needs of end-users across the department. Balances hands‑on technical ownership with supervisory and budgetary responsibility, and represents IT priorities in discussions with upper management.

• Manages the Microsoft Windows server and Microsoft SQL Server environment supporting research study data access.
• Works with departmental administrators to create user accounts and assign appropriate security controls.
• Provides technical assistance for VPN and remote desktop issues.
• Directs installation and maintenance of server software, database administration, and security/failure recovery.
• Monitors system load and throughput to guide system tuning and capacity planning.
• Ensures production and training environments conform to department standards. Leadership strategy
• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities of assigned staff to meet end-user information system needs.
• Performs supervisory functions, including mentoring and developing staff and promoting a collaborative, service‑oriented environment.
• Participates with upper management in establishing department direction.
• Tracks budgets, forecasts costs, and performs cost analysis related to software systems.
• Leads software implementation efforts and manages change across diverse user groups.
• Evaluates new technologies and recommends solutions aligned with organizational needs and resources.

Salary Range: $67,070 - $108,990

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Preferred:

1. Ability to manage Microsoft SQL Server databases

2. Ability to manage Microsoft Windows servers in a production environment

3. Ability to maintain records and filing systems

4. Ability to communicate effectively

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Information Technology

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Hybrid Eligible