Systems Engineer

Indian River State College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 64,522 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Professional development

Dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Indian River State College is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to support enterprise infrastructure, including Linux/Windows servers, virtualization, storage, cloud technologies, and automation. You will assist with implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement aligned with college tech objectives.

Responsibilities include administering Linux/Windows environments, Proxmox/VMware platforms, automation scripting, capacity planning, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years of systems administration or infrastructure support experience preferred.
• Linux administration in enterprise environments.
• Experience with Proxmox and VMware virtualization.
• Bash/PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, M365, DNS/DHCP/TCP/IP.
• Documentation of procedures and standards; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and support server, storage, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure.
• Administer Linux-based systems, Windows Server environments, and virtualization platforms (Proxmox/VMware).
• Assist with virtualization, cloud deployments, backups, and disaster recovery.
• Develop and enhance automation scripts using Bash and PowerShell.
• Monitor performance, plan capacity, and perform health assessments.
• Mentor and collaborate with senior engineers; participate in projects.
• Research issues, test solutions, and implement approved changes.
• Maintain monitoring tools and run scheduled maintenance/outages.
• Keep technical documentation up to date; support business processes.

Skills

Linux administration

Windows Server administration

Proxmox

VMware

Cloud technologies

Bash scripting

PowerShell scripting

Active Directory/Microsoft Entra ID

Microsoft 365

Networking (DNS/DHCP/TCP/IP)

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Proxmox

VMware

Microsoft Azure

Enterprise backup technologies

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, provides engineering support for the College's enterprise infrastructure systems, including Linux and Windows server environments, virtualization platforms, enterprise storage, cloud technologies, and automation solutions. Assists with implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of enterprise infrastructure while supporting the College's strategic technology objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of server, storage, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure solutions.
• Administer and maintain Linux-based enterprise systems, Windows Server environments, and virtualization platforms, including Proxmox and VMware.
• Assist with virtualization initiatives, cloud deployments, backup systems, and disaster recovery operations.
• Develop, maintain and enhance automation scripts using Bash and PowerShell to improve operational efficiency and system reliability.
• Monitor system performance and assist with capacity planning, performance tuning, and system health assessments.
• Participate in mentoring opportunities with senior engineers and technical staff to develop enterprise infrastructure knowledge and engineering expertise.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and technology leadership on infrastructure projects and operational improvements.
• Research technical issues, evaluate potential solutions, participate in testing activities, and implement approved solutions under guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Assist in maintaining enterprise monitoring and management tools.
• Participate in scheduled maintenance activities, infrastructure upgrades, and after‑hours system changes as required.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, diagrams, configuration standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with creating and updating business processes related to enterprise infrastructure systems.
• Participate in the on‑call support rotation as assigned.
• Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible professional experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of systems administration, infrastructure support, or systems engineering experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Linux systems administration and experience supporting enterprise virtualization environments, preferably Proxmox.
• Working knowledge of virtualization technologies such as Proxmox, VMware, Microsoft Azure, and enterprise storage technologies.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell to automate routine administrative tasks.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP networking, and enterprise backup technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, operating system, and infrastructure‑related issues.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Physical Demands

This position involves sedentary work, including occasional walking and standing. The role may require lifting no more than 25 pounds at a time and carrying small tools. Note: The description of physical demands and required mobility may need to be updated according to current policy.

Additional Expectations

• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and non‑standard hours as needed.
• May be required to participate in an on‑call rotation.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with College policies and security standards.
• Work under an “at‑will” employment basis.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; supplemental plans; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Affordable Coverage: PPO and HMO options starting at approximately $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.
• Retirement Security: Florida Retirement System participation with optional tax‑deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and local attraction discounts.
• Growth & Development: Professional development opportunities, leadership training, and career advancement pathways.

Compensation

The pay range is $64,522.32 to $70,000.00. All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on the candidate's education and experience. Open until filled.

EEO Statement

Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.