Infrastructure Systems Administrator

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States University of Illinois Full time
Infrastructure Systems Administrator - Student Affairs Technology

Hiring Department: Student Affairs Technology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1025013

Posting Close Date: 6/4/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

UIC is seeking an Infrastructure Systems Administrator to join our Student Affairs Technology team. This role will work under minimal supervision, and has lead responsibility for server and workstation support lifecycles, including imaging and patching using InTune and JAMF Pro, Apple School Manager, and Endpoint management/response using Lansweeper, Microsoft Defender, and Splunk/Qualys. This position is responsible for management of software and services directly supporting the units within Student Affairs. Position has shared responsibility for Microsoft infrastructure, including AD, and virtual/on-premises servers. Primary server administrator for data center hardware and virtual servers serving Student Affairs and its units. Ensures devices are backed up, and that backup data is verified and able to be restored. Provides and maintains departmental file storage resources. Utilizes Microsoft Defender and Qualys to address security vulnerabilities. Provides project management for large-scale IT implementations. Is available for on-call or off-hours work as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a technology consultant and innovator for Student Affairs staff and departments.
  • Installation and configuration of workstations, servers, and mobile devices.
  • Maintain patching, security, remediation, backups, and other endpoint management of workstations and servers.
  • Maintain critical administrative infrastructure, including file, print, web, database servers, and specialized vendor applications.
  • Development and implementation of migration plans for major software version upgrades and replacing outdated technologies with new and current technologies.
  • Provide support to service desk operations by providing application and desktop training and support to service desk members, as well as unit customers/FTE.
  • Work within defined policies and procedures to solve user or system problems with originality and/or ingenuity, utilizing scripting technologies and scheduled tasks.
  • Identifies problems to be solved and escalates appropriately.
  • Implementation of system and data security best practices.
  • Identification and remediation of security concerns.
  • Engagement of Security resources for reporting, monitoring, and resolution of unit security concerns.
  • SSL certificate issuance and renewal.
  • Participate in and support software development projects, from conception through testing, implementation, and documentation.
  • Authors and maintains relevant documentation relating to infrastructure, hardware, passwords, certificates, scripts, and OU groups, and dependencies.
  • Manage day-to-day office operations. Interview, hire, orient, lead, mentor and evaluate staff to meet departmental and organizational needs.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • Completes assigned individual projects with durations of 2-6 months.
  • Completes most work with limited supervision, appropriately judging when to see assistance or guidance from subject experts or management
Minimum Qualifications Required:
  1. Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of study
  2. Minimum 1 year of professional IT experience within System Administration & Operations which includes demonstrated experience in configuration, installation, maintenance, backup / recovery and upgrading multi-user computer systems hardware and software as well as establishing/managing user accounts.
  3. Demonstrated experiencewith centralized patching, configuration profile deployment and app deployment(including InTune AutoPilot/JAMF Pro).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of University network platforms, Mac/Windows computer devices, information technologies, and software applications.
  • Experience in Microsoft Server management is required. Including knowledge of Active Directory, Powershell, and related Server management tasks. A basic understanding of SQL and data operations. A basic understanding of SSH, VMware, Lansweeper, Splunk, Defender, Qualys, Azure and AWS.
  • Ability to design and coordinate the lifecycle of hardware from the purchase to the installation of personal computers and peripherals, troubleshooting hardware and software problems. Ability to build reports. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


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To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details ofyour duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully completethe education, licensure, certification and language sections. Youmay upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts anddiplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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