Datacenter Administrator​/Assistant Director

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job : 5787518

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 Per Year

Job Categories: Administration >
Technology, Support Staff >
Computer Support, Support Staff >
Network Services

The Datacenter Administrator / Assistant Director is responsible for the administration, security, and optimization of datacenter and core network infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on networking and virtualization. In addition to hands‑on technical responsibilities, this position provides leadership support within IT Services by coordinating small to medium IT projects, maintaining system documentation, and supervising staff in the absence of the Director of IT Services.

The role requires the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with IT team members and leadership to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient operations. The Datacenter Administrator / Assistant Director plays a key role in infrastructure planning, system upgrades, performance tuning, and risk mitigation, while staying current with emerging technologies and cybersecurity trends.

• Administer, monitor, and support datacenter systems with an emphasis on Cisco and Fortinet network solutions.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of virtualization platforms and configurations.
• Review device alerts, investigate problems, and optimize performance.
• Apply networking best practices and configurations to datacenter and core network systems.
• Lead and coordinate small to medium cybersecurity and IT initiatives from planning through implementation.
• Assist with defining project goals, scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Track progress, identify potential risks, and support timely project completion.
• Maintain project documentation and communicate status updates to the Director of IT Services.
• Troubleshoot intermediate to advanced IT systems, equipment, and devices.
• Support datacenter and core network system upgrades, patching, and configuration changes with attention to security and stability.
• Work collaboratively with IT Services staff on infrastructure and security‑related tasks.
• Work efficiently with minimal supervision while maintaining effective communication with colleagues.
• Supervise IT Services employees when the Director is unavailable.
• Maintain accurate documentation for systems, configurations, procedures, and security practices.
• Stay current with cybersecurity trends and technology updates.
• Provide technical input and recommendations to IT Services staff and leadership as requested.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field and four years of equivalent work experience.
• Experience supporting and administering IT systems in a Microsoft Windows‑based environment.
• Working knowledge of server‑based virtualization and all layers of the OSI model, especially layer 3.
• At least two years of experience as a supervisor.

• Master’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field and six years of equivalent related work experience.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 A5/E5 licensing features.
• Experience with Fortinet, Cisco, and Ubiquiti network devices.
• Experience administering and supporting HyperV, VMware, and/or Proxmox virtualization.
• Experience supporting IT services in an education or public sector environment.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Security+, Network+, Microsoft, or Cisco certifications).
• At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Cindy Keenom
• 1515 Pioneer Drive, Harrison, AR, 72601
• Phone:
• Email: cynthia.keenom