Systems Administrator

Overview

The Systems Administrator will manage the Information Technology (IT) needs for the Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA), including the IT vendors and sub-contractors; provides support and maintenance of existing IT infrastructure and applications and oversees the planning for new IT systems to determine the most effective platform, software, and operating environments where business applications can be maximized. Purchases, installs and supports CATA's existing business software and hardware and for managing or coordinating with related vendors, the deployment of all new software and hardware.

Hardware consists of servers, workstations, routers, switches, and all other devices attached to the network. Software support includes management and support of Microsoft applications and working through vendor support contracts to maintain and increase functionality of specialty software such as accounting, vehicle maintenance, security, and CAD/AVL systems.

• Manages Centre Area Transportation Authority s data security, computer networking, server hardware, and operating systems.
• Supports user-facing hardware and the Systems Architect, to keep CATA s technical environment operating in a stable and efficient manner.
• Manages Microsoft Office 365 hosted email and productivity software solution for the organization.
• Installs, supports, and manages employee remote access to data and equipment across the company.
• Reviews security and intrusion detection logs and manages cybersecurity partners.
• Manages Centre Area Transportation Authority s IT Support Specialist position.
• Prepares IT-related budget items and works on obtaining and comparing quotes from vendors.
• Manages Centre Area Transportation Authority s phone system, data lines, and IT equipment.
• Completes regular updates to standard operating procedures (SOP) documentation for this position.

A bachelor s degree in information technology and five years  experience are preferred. Significant additional experience considered in lieu of educational specificity. Microsoft (MCSE, MCTS), Apple (ACSP), Cisco (CCNP, CCNA), Citrix (CCA-V, CCA-N), CompTIA, and SQL experience are preferred.

The starting salary range is $89,682.68 - $, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday, etc.), health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(a), 457, Roth IRA, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free gym membership, and free transit pass. CATA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Founded in 1974, CATA serves portions of Centre County, Pennsylvania, including the Penn State University Park campus. Our fleet facilitates over 5 million annual rides across fixed-route, paratransit, commuter, and microtransit services. We are proud to operate the East Coast s first fully compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet and maintain Pennsylvania s highest farebox recovery ratio—covering nearly 40% of fixed-route operating expenses in 2023.

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Selected candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and drug and alcohol testing. CATA participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, contact DHS at  or dhs.gov/e-verify. CATA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.