Systems Administrator I

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo, through Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), seeks a Systems Administrator I to support on-premises and cloud IT systems, including Windows servers, and contribute to the design of new infrastructure. The role blends hands-on technical work with collaboration across UB Information Technology (UBIT) and campus stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in tech, or a master’s degree, and experience in Windows system administration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of experience in a computer/technical field, OR master’s degree, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date.
• Experience with Windows system administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, including Windows servers.
• Participate in design and implementation of new on-premises and cloud IT infrastructure and systems.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with teammates, management, peers, colleagues, and university constituents.
• Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge and skills.
• Work as part of a team.

Skills

Windows system admin

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years exp

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Azure cloud

Active Directory

MS Entra ID

PKI

Microsoft 365

VMware

Hyper-V

HPE servers

Listserv

Veeam backup

Job description

Enterprise Infrastructure Services ( EIS ) at the University at Buffalo is searching for a Systems Administrator I to utilize cutting-edge technologies and their expertise in computing and information systems to develop, manage, and support sophisticated IT services including server and cloud services. They play a pivotal role in maintaining the operational excellence of UB, recognized as the top public research university in New York and ranked among the top 40 public universities nationwide. This is a campus-based position with the possibility of hybrid-work. Responsibilities Include:

• Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, including windows servers
• Participate in design and implementation of new on-premises and cloud IT infrastructure and systems
• Communicate professionally & effectively with teammates, management, peers, colleagues, and university constituents
• Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge and skills
• Work as part of a team

It is a great time to join UB Information Technology ( UBIT )! Our staff are highly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edge training and technical resources at their disposal. For more information about UBIT visit our website . All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occur in a 24×7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required.

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Benefits

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer ( EOE ) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience in a computer/technical field OR master’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with windows system administration
• Experience supporting the following technologies:
  • Azure Cloud infrastructure design and management
  • Active Directory
  • MS Entra ID
  • PKI
  • Microsoft 365 platform and services including email
  • VMWare
  • HyperV
  • Compute hardware support including HPE servers
  • Listserv
  • VEEAM backup

Prodig+ No

Driving Requirements: This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Job Type

Full-Time

Campus

As Assigned

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name Christina Candlena

Contact's Phone [phone]

References

Number of References Required

3

By providing the names and e-mail addresses of my references, I hereby authorize either Human Resources or the applicable hiring department to contact my references via e-mail to request a reference letter on my behalf.

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].