Systems Administrator I

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

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Systems Administrator I to support on‑premises and cloud IT services, including Windows servers, in a campus‑based, hybrid environment.

The role focuses on designing, implementing and maintaining IT infrastructure, collaborating with IT staff across UBIT, and keeping skills sharp through ongoing professional development. This position may require extended hours to support 24x7 operations, with UB Information Technology providing strong resources and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in a computer/technical field, or master’s degree or equivalent.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date; no visa sponsorship guaranteed.
• Experience with Windows system administration and cloud/identity technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide on‑premises and cloud IT system support, including Windows servers.
• Participate in design and implementation of new on‑premises and cloud infrastructure.
• Communicate professionally with teammates and university constituents.
• Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge and skills.
• Work as part of a team in a 24x7 environment.

Skills

Windows system administration

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years experience

Master's degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Azure Cloud

Active Directory

MS Entra ID

PKI

Microsoft 365

VMware

HyperV

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

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.

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

Salary Range $65,000 - $75,000

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

Campus As Assigned

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have the ability to work in a 24x7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours that may be required?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
  • Faculty
  • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
  • Research Foundation Employee
  • State Classified
  • State Professional
  • UB Foundation
  • TA/GA
  • Student
  • No Current Employment Affiliation
• * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
  • AcademicKeys.com
  • CareerExposure.com
  • CareerWomen.com
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • DiversitySearch.com
  • GoogleJobs.com
  • HERCjobs.org
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • IMDiversity.com
  • Indeed.com
  • LinkedIn.com
  • MBACareers.com
  • Conference
  • Personal Referral
  • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
  • Other
• * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
  • Yes
  • No

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].