Systems Administrator

Search #: 499285
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Information Technology

The University of Connecticut (UConn) Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a Systems Administrator 1 or 2 to support and coordinate system operations for the College of Engineering. This position is responsible for Windows and Linux server administration, Power Shell development, vulnerability management, and assisting faculty with technology needs. While the role reports to ITS, the Systems Administrator will split time between ITS and the College of Engineering, working closely with both teams to ensure reliable and secure IT services.

• Collaborate with College of Engineering faculty, researchers, and ITS colleagues to resolve technical issues and meet project objectives.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in systems administration.
• Perform other related tasks to support the broader enterprise systems as assigned.

• Assist with routine patching, software installation, and hardware maintenance of Windows and Linux servers.
• Run and perform minor updates to existing Power Shell scripts to maintain operational workflows for Engineering services.
• Assist with the administration of Office 365 user services, including basic troubleshooting of Teams sites and management of distribution lists.
• Monitor system health and security alerts; follow established protocols to remediate common vulnerabilities.
• Provide Tier 1 technical support for faculty and staff, escalating complex issues to senior administrators.

• Independently manage the full lifecycle of Windows and Linux servers, including architectural design, installation, complex upgrades, and advanced troubleshooting.
• Design, author, and maintain advanced Power Shell code and automation modules for Engineering and Office 365 services (e.g., automated Teams provisioning).
• Lead vulnerability management efforts for the college; develop and enforce local security policies in alignment with university‑wide standards.
• Review and analyze existing departmental services for potential centralization or migration to cloud‑based infrastructure.
• Lead small‑to‑medium IT projects from conception to completion, ensuring system reliability and high‑level performance for critical infrastructure.

• Six (6) years of directly related IT experience, OR Associate’s degree plus four (4) years of related experience, OR Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of related experience.
• Power Shell basics: demonstrated ability to use Power Shell for routine administrative tasks and the capacity to read and update existing scripts.
• Server maintenance & support: demonstrated knowledge of Linux environments; experience with server patching, basic software installations, and routine troubleshooting under guidance of senior staff.
• Systems knowledge: demonstrated understanding of how systems and applications interact and stated interest in learning system workflows and assisting with implementation of pre‑designed solutions.
• Problem‑solving skills: demonstrated analytical thinking with the ability to follow technical documentation to resolve common hardware and software issues.

• Eight (8) years of directly related IT experience, OR Associate’s degree plus six (6) years of related experience, OR Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Power Shell expertise: demonstrate ability to manage existing code and create new scripts as needed.
• Windows / Linux server expertise: experience fully managing Windows and Linux servers from installation, upgrading, software installs, patching, and troubleshooting.
• Microsoft 365 knowledge: experience with or demonstrated understanding of services such as Teams, SharePoint, and distribution lists.
• Proven knowledge of system design/analysis and application…