Systems Administrator

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Job Title : Systems Administrator

Job Family : Professionals

Full-Time / Part-Time : Full time

Compensation Grade : 8S

Pay Type : Salary

Department : Systems and Networks

Job Summary : The Systems Administrator is a professional member of Furman University's Information Technology Services Division, reporting to the Director of Systems and Networks. The Systems Administrator provides skilled management of UNIX / Linux systems and servers, select Windows systems and servers, the central university backup system, as well as Domain Naming System / Service.

Responsibilities :

• Linux and Windows System Administration : builds and installs systems as requested, performs OS upgrades and patches, deploys, configures and monitors software, security, performance and reliability for servers.
• Maintains and manages Linux or UNIX-based server technologies, including DNS, web servers, digital certificates, application servers, and operating system updates.
• Administers university backup system : performs OS upgrades and patches, installs and configures backup client and server software, jointly responsible for backing up of all critical campus-wide information systems daily.
• Works with Security Team to provide experienced patch management and security of Linux and Windows based systems as required.
• Participates in on-call duties or after-hours work required to support enterprise needs.
• Provides backup skills or support for other team members as assigned.
• Collaborates with Academic Specialists for OS and integration expertise in support of academic and faculty needs.
• Maintains current and up-to-date system logs and procedure manuals.
• Maintains current skills necessary to assume primary and secondary responsibilities.
• Applies state-of-the-art technology to meet requirements and improve system operations.
• Manages implementation and renewal of SSL certificates.

Education : Bachelors Degree preferred with 3-5 years' experience in related field.

Skills :

Work Conditions : Work is performed under usual office conditions.

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