Systems Administrator II

University at Buffalo

Town of Amherst (NY)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Systems Administrator II in Enterprise Infrastructure Services to develop, manage, and support advanced IT services including server and cloud offerings. This campus-based role offers potential for hybrid work and supports UB’s standing as a leading public research university in New York.

You will administer on-premises and cloud environments, collaborate with teams, and stay current with technologies such as Azure, Active Directory, MS Entra ID, PKI, Microsoft

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience in a computer/technical field or Master’s with 1 year of experience.
  • Authorized to work in the United States by start date; no sponsorship guaranteed.
  • Experience with Windows system administration and cloud/identity technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, including Windows servers
  • Design and implement new 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

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer/technical field with 3 years experience

Tools

Azure Cloud
Active Directory
MS Entra ID
PKI
Microsoft 365
VMware
Hyper-V
HPE servers
Listserv
Veeam backup

Job description

Systems Administrator II
Position Information

Position Title: Systems Administrator II

Department: Enterprise Infrastructure Services

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9775472 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63910

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information
Position Summary

Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) atthe University at Buffalo is searching for a SystemsAdministrator II to utilize cutting-edge technologies andtheir expertise in computing and information systems to develop,manage, and support sophisticated IT services including server andcloud services. They play a pivotal role in maintaining theoperational excellence of UB, recognized as the top public researchuniversity in New York and ranked among the top 40 publicuniversities nationwide. This is a campus-based position with thepossibility of hybrid-work.

Responsibilities include:
  • Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, includingwindows servers
  • Design and implement new on-premises and cloud ITinfrastructure and systems
  • Communicate professionally & effectively with teammates,management, peers, colleagues, and university constituents
  • Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge andskills
  • Work as part of a team
Additional Information:

It is a great time to join UB Information Technology (UBIT)! Our staff arehighly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edgetraining and technical resources at their disposal. For moreinformation about UBIT visit our website.All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occurin a 24x7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays,or varied hours may be required.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being part of the University at Buffalocommunity.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunityemployer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to applyincluding veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of experience in acomputer/technical field OR master's degree withone (1) year of experience OR equivalentcombination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States bytheir start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee thatit will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining workauthorization.
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
Physical Demands
Salary Range

$80,000 - $90,000

Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Christina Candlena

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Assistant Director, EIS

Contact's Email: candlena@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone: 716-645-5188

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/19/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled: 10/08/2026

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