System/Network Administrator
Listed on 2026-07-17
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IT/Tech
Systems Administrator, Unix/Linux, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Cybersecurity
The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) is seeking a full‑time System Administrator / Network Administrator to support the Information Technology Department. The successful candidate will support the computing, networking, and cybersecurity needs of NMC’s research programs and business operations.
The NMC IT department develops, maintains, and secures a broad range of computing environments, including enterprise systems, research computing platforms, high‑performance computing (HPC) clusters, cloud resources, data storage systems, and network infrastructure.
The System Administrator / Network Administrator serves as the lead administrator for NMC’s network infrastructure while also contributing to the administration and support of Linux‑based systems, research computing environments, and cybersecurity initiatives.
Responsibilities- Administer enterprise and research networking environments
- Support HPC and cloud infrastructure
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
- Evaluate and deploy new technologies
- Develop technical documentation, procedures, and best practices
- Demonstrated knowledge of designing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering network infrastructure, including routing and switching, VLAN implementation, firewall administration, VPN technologies, ISP connectivity and failover solutions, and network security practices
- Experience administering Linux‑based systems in a production environment and strong Linux command‑line proficiency
- Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Perl, or equivalent
- Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Salt Stack, Chef, or similar
- Knowledge of core infrastructure services including DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Kerberos, and authentication systems
- Experience supporting software environments, user applications, and resource scheduling systems
- Experience using Git or similar version‑control systems
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Effective in planning and operating large projects
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex technical problems and develop, implement, and document effective solutions
- Advanced experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise and research network architectures
- Expert‑level knowledge of vendor networking platforms such as Juniper (Junos), Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent technologies
- Extensive experience administering production Linux systems and implementing security best practices
- Advanced scripting and automation expertise using Python, Bash, or similar languages
- Demonstrated experience implementing Infrastructure‑as‑Code and automated deployment methodologies
- Strong knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, and related platforms
Annual salary range: $105,000 – $175,000, based on experience and education.
Position is open until filled.
The New Mexico Consortium is an independent nonprofit Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Vet/Dis) and an E‑Verify employer.
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