Systems Administrator- Senior

UT Health San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage Linux server operations, automation, patching, and integration with enterprise applications. This role may involve on-site visits in San Antonio and offers remote work with occasional in-person collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of IT and systems administration experience, familiarity with VMware/ESXi, Active Directory, ERP integrations, and SSL certificate management.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant IT and systems administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS or IT.
• Experience with Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications.
• Strong scripting and automation skills.
• VMware/ESXi experience.
• Knowledge of Active Directory and ERP system integrations.
• Experience with MSSQL or other databases.
• SSL certificate installation and management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks.
• Troubleshoot OS-level performance and availability issues.
• Support Linux server operations and backups; integrate with enterprise applications.
• Work with Active Directory and ERP systems integration.
• Experience with VMware/ESXi virtualization.
• Configure applications to connect to backend databases (MSSQL and others).
• Install and configure SSL certificates.
• Participate in on-call rotations, including after hours and weekends.
• Communicate effectively with peers and leaders.

Skills

automation

scripting

Linux server operations

enterprise applications integration

troubleshooting

Active Directory

ERP systems

VMware/ESXi

MSSQL connectivity

SSL certificates

team collaboration

on-call rotation

communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or IT

Tools

VMware/ESXi

Job description

Job Description

Under limited supervision, responsible for activities related to Systems Administration and the integration with server operating systems and applications. May lead or mentor lower level team members.

Applicants local to the San Antonio area are highly preferred. Although the position is primarily remote, the position may require on-site visits as needed.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for systems administration activities, including the use of automation, scripting, and standardized procedures to support Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications.
• Perform system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Troubleshoot complex OS‑level, performance, and availability issues.
• Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks.
• Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems.
• Experience with VMware and ESXi;
• Experience configuring applications to connect to backend databases using MSSQL and/or other databases.
• An understanding of SSL with the ability to install and configure certificates.
• Ability to work in a team environment with the ability to tactfully discuss issues with peers and leaders.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation that includes occasional after hours and weekend work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Responsible for systems administration activities, including the use of automation, scripting, and standardized procedures to support Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications.
• Perform system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Troubleshoot complex OS‑level, performance, and availability issues.
• Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks.
• Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems.
• Experience with VMware and ESXi.
• Experience configuring applications to connect to backend databases using MSSQL and/or other databases.
• An understanding of SSL with the ability to install and configure certificates.
• Ability to work in a team environment with the ability to tactfully discuss issues with peers and leaders.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation that includes occasional after hours and weekend work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or IT (Required)

Experience

Five (5) years of relevant experience in IT and systems administration is required.

Licenses And Certifications

None.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Required Skills

Five (5) years of relevant experience in IT and systems administration is required.

About Us

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top‑tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third‑largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1‑designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture .

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical

UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental

Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision

Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability

Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non‑work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs

Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out‑of‑page health care expenses.

Retirement

Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before‑or after‑tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off

A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front‑loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts

Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.