Systems Administrator I

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

Job summary

University at Buffalo seeks a Systems Administrator I to support and develop enterprise IT services, including on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This campus-based role offers a potential hybrid-work arrangement and opportunities to work with Windows servers and modern IT technologies.

The position requires a degree with experience and a proactive, collaborative mindset to contribute to a top public research university and its IT services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience or master's degree.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date.
• Experience with Windows system administration.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Windows system administration

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience

Master's degree

Tools

Azure Cloud

Active Directory

MS Entra ID

PKI

Microsoft 365

VMware

Hyper-V

HPE servers

Listserv

Veeam Backup

Job description

Systems Administrator I

Position Information

Position Title: Systems Administrator I

Department: Enterprise Infrastructure Services

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9826246 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63911

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) at the University at Buffalo is searching for a SystemsAdministrator 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

Additional Information:

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.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Posting Dates

Posted: 09/14/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled: 11/05/2026