System Administrator, Public Safety and Security

System Administrator, Public Safety and Security

Company: University of Michigan,
Location: Ann Arbor, MI,
Employment Type: Full Time,
Date Posted: 02/08/2026,
Job Categories: Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Information Technology

Job Description

System Administrator, Public Safety and Security

Please include a cover letter by attaching it as the first page of your resume, address your specific interest in the position and DPSS, and outline the skills that directly relate to this position.

If selected to move forward in the process, you may be contacted through E‑mail by Spark Hire (video interview vendor) and may submit a video presentation answering pre‑screening questions at no cost to you.

This position requires the candidate to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation, drug screening, and motor vehicle driving record check.

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) is looking for an experienced and dedicated System Administrator to support mission‑critical infrastructure in a dynamic public safety environment. Reporting to the DPSS Technology Services Associate Director, you will focus on server management, administration of Genetec and CCURE 9000 security platforms, and the upkeep of Linux and Windows‑based systems, including containerized environments running on Kubernetes.

You bring technical expertise, thrive in a collaborative setting, and understand the importance of uptime, security, reliability, and strict adherence to criminal justice systems regulations (e.g., CJIS) in supporting law enforcement, emergency response, and campus safety operations.

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) leads all public safety functions within the university, including police, security, and emergency management, and offers an integrated approach to safety and security, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. DPSS combines Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint operations to provide students, visitors, faculty, and staff with a safe and secure environment.

Through our partnerships across the university and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, we use a blended service model to meet the needs of our community and exceed expectations.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance including "Other Qualified Adult" coverage
• Generous time off including parental leave
• A retirement plan that provides two‑for‑one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Dental insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition Support Program
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Administer and maintain our physical and virtual servers (Windows & Linux), including VMware vSphere environments (ESXi, vCenter). Manage on‑premises file storage (NAS/SAN), ensuring data integrity and security.

Maintain and support Genetec Security Center and CCURE 9000 access control systems. Collaborate with our vendors and partners for deployments, updates, and troubleshooting.

Manage Active Directory services, including user/group accounts, GPOs, DNS, and DHCP. Ensure security and compliance in identity management.

Perform SQL Server maintenance tasks, including backups, performance tuning, and troubleshooting, to ensure our data integrity and optimal application performance.

Deploy and manage applications using Kubernetes and Docker. Maintain container‑based services to support our security operations.

Maintain system and process documentation, ensuring all infrastructure complies with cybersecurity standards, CJIS Security Policy, and university guidelines for handling sensitive data.

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