Senior Systems Administrator

CSU; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (System Administrator III) in ITS/IT Infrastructure Services. You will analyze, modify, maintain, develop, and install complex computer systems and lead enterprise-scale projects.

You will ensure availability, security, and reliability of systems, work with Windows and Linux environments, VMware hypervisors, Oracle databases, and communicate with campus units to translate needs into solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience with VMware Hypervisors installation, provisioning, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Windows Server and Red Hat Linux and related distributions.
• Understanding of network concepts, security procedures, and enterprise IT environments.
• Ability to develop disaster recovery plans and data security standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, modify, maintain, develop, and install complex computer systems.
• Lead system integration projects and enterprise-level planning.
• Ensure availability, integrity, security, and reliability of assigned systems.

Skills

VMware Hypervisors

Windows Server

Red Hat Linux

System administration

Networking concepts

Security concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle DB

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job No: 553696; 09/03/2026 – RE-ANNOUNCED

SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Systems Administrator III

ITS/IT Infrastructure Services

Salary Range : $7,284- $10,611/Monthly(Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $8,042 - $10,611/Monthly)

Work Schedule : Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Exempt classification.

Essential Functions : Under the general direction of the Senior Director of IT Infrastructure Services, the System Administrator III is responsible for analyzing, modifying, maintaining, developing, and installing complex computer systems. The incumbent performs advanced application programming and supports databases, utilities, and related software to meet campus operational and strategic needs. Works independently and often serves as a technical consultant or project lead for system integration and enterprise-level planning. Leads change management efforts; develops change initiatives and acts as a subject matter expert in enterprise system upgrades. Consults directly with campus units, translating technical needs and developing solutions in coordination with stakeholders. The position ensures the availability, integrity, security, and reliability of assigned systems and provides primary software support for servers managed by the Information Technology Services (ITS) division and housed within ITS-operated data centers.

Required Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or other related fields from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience with VMWare Hypervisors installation, provisioning, and maintenance. Knowledge and experience in internal operating system technology, computer operation, and hardware and network communications theory. Knowledge of and ability to use the following operating system languages: Windows 2022 server and later, Red Hat Linux version 7 and above, and additional distributions of Linux as required, and ability to perform systems-level programming in a distributed, networked environment. Knowledge of: application programming techniques and procedures; client-server technologies, such as Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook, Oracle version 1 OG, and above; system and network architecture, configuration, and protocols, such as firewalled environments, LANs with virtual security zones defined by firewall technology, and the separation of web, application, and database servers; system management and security control procedures; database design, structure, and development; and integrated storage systems and capacity. Working knowledge of system backup and restoration processes. Knowledge of and experience with network security measures, strategies, tactics, and systems concerning hardware and software. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing information technology and information security, including the ability to apply these laws and regulations. Good organization and analytical skills, including the ability to respond to problems, prioritize actions, and quickly initiate corrective action. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to: develop and execute disaster recovery plans; establish data security standards and procedures; handle confidential personnel matters, such as the removal of users, in a completely confidential manner; take initiative and be self-directed; an learn new concepts quickly. Ability and willingness to completely document all system environments, as well as server administration instructions. Proven ability to work well independently and in a team environment and monitor many service aspects simultaneously without loss of data integrity or security. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Closing Date : Review of applications will begin on September 17, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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Advertised: Sep 03 2026 Pacific Daylight TimeApplications close: