Systems Administrator

Purdue University / West Lafayette Indiana

Join a collaborative, on-site team where your expertise helps power reliable, secure, and scalable infrastructure. This role is ideal for a systems professional who enjoys both hands‑on technical work and contributing to the bigger picture of enterprise IT environments.

• Develop, install, configure, test, and maintain enterprise‑level Windows and Linux systems
• Monitor server performance and health while maintaining clear, up‑to‑date documentation
• Support day‑to‑day operations and long‑term reliability of core infrastructure systems
• Collaborate with teammates to improve processes, architecture, and system design
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the environment
• Participate in Data Center Operations, including critical facility infrastructure
• Contribute to an on‑call rotation to ensure system availability and responsiveness

• You’ll work in an integrated team environment where your input shapes infrastructure decisions
• The role balances operational stability with forward‑looking design and improvement
• Exposure to both Windows and Linux ecosystems at an enterprise scale
• Opportunity to influence system lifecycle management and reliability practices

• Proven ability to independently manage systems under general supervision
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and attention to operational detail
• Interest in staying current with evolving technologies and infrastructure trends

If you’re looking for a role where your technical skills directly contribute to a stable, secure, and evolving IT environment—and where your ideas are valued—this could be a great fit.

• Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas preferred:
  Windows, or Linux systems administration. Hardware troubleshooting and maintenance of servers, peripherals, and networking systems preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

• Knowledge of one or more of the following is required; familiarity of the rest is desired:
  Windows or Linux. Familiarity with servers from HPE, Dell, and Supermicro
• Ability to troubleshoot a variety of environments
• Must be able to travel between campuses

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA:
  Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:
  Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement:
  Purdue University offers a substantial
  
  Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $62,400 to $66,300 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.