Systems and Network Administrator

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Full Time Technical Lexington, KY, US

4 days ago Requisition

Systems and Network Administrator (exempt/salary)

Job Summary:

The Systems and Network Administrator plays a critical role in administering the university's Microsoft 365 environment, identity systems, and cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure, along with the supporting on-premises server environment. Campus network administration is a secondary function of the role. The position is a member of the Enterprise Infrastructure team and works at the direction of the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager.

This position has no direct managerial responsibility of the department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer the university’s Microsoft 365 environment, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, One Drive, and Intune.
• Administer identity and access in Entra  Active Directory, including account lifecycle, authentication, and application access.
• Administer cloud resources in AWS and Azure, including compute, storage, backup, and monitoring.
• Assist with administration of Windows Server systems, virtualization, and backup and recovery operations.
• Perform routine campus network administration, escalating complex routing, firewall, and design matters to the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager and the university’s managed service provider.
• Support the university’s information security program and security tooling in coordination with the Information Security Officer.
• Use Power Shell and the Microsoft Graph API to automate routine administrative tasks and reporting.
• Serve as an escalation point for the Service Desk on infrastructure, identity, and Microsoft 365 issues.
• Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrations, coordinating with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Follow change management practice, participate in scheduled maintenance windows, and maintain accurate documentation of configurations, procedures, and asset inventory.
• Act as the primary technical backup to the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager, including operational coverage during planned and unplanned absences.
• Mentor Support Technicians and share knowledge back to the Service Desk.
• Adhere to the elements of the Culture of Caring.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and One Drive.
• Entra  Active Directory, including account lifecycle, authentication, and access control.
• Familiarity with AWS and Azure, with the ability to reach independent proficiency within the first year in the role.
• Power Shell scripting ability, or clear aptitude and willingness to develop it.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux system administration, virtualization, and backup/recovery practices.
• Foundational networking, including IP addressing, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and basic switching and wireless troubleshooting.
• General familiarity with SQL Server, MySQL, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity practices, including authentication, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work an issue to root cause with limited supervision.
• Sound judgment about when to decide and when to decide.
• Clear documentation habits and the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical staff.
• Will have to work on occasion nights/weekends.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in an enterprise information technology support or systems administration role, including hands‑on administration of Microsoft 365 or comparable cloud services.
• Demonstrated record of owning a system, service, or project beyond routine ticket resolution.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand or crouch down for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports directly to the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager.

Work Location:

Versailles, KY campus

Eligible for remote/hybrid telecommuting agreement after 30 days of employment.