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Linux/Mac Support Specialist, College of Arts and Sciences

Employer
University at Buffalo
Location
New York, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 24, 2022

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2021-2022

Position Title
Linux/Mac Support Specialist, College of Arts and Sciences

Classification Title
Instructional Support Specialist

Department
CAS Administrative Operations

Posting Number
P220186

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/35152

Employer
State

Position Type

Professional Appointment Term

Salary Grade
SL4

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences Educational Technology (CASet) is seeking an experienced individual to join our team as a Linux/Mac Support Specialist . This position will work with department faculty and staff within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Buffalo.

As the Linux/Mac Support Specialist, you will:
  • Deploy, configure, and support Linux servers and workstations, both physical and virtual, used by CAS faculty, staff, and students.
  • Deploy, configure, and support macOS and iOS devices used by CAS faculty, staff, and students.
  • Employ best practices to automate the configuration and management of Linux and Mac systems and services.
  • Monitor Linux systems to ensure maximum reliability and availability.
  • Collaborate within and across University units to integrate Linux and Mac systems into a mixed operating environment.
  • Author, produce, and maintain technical reference documentation for users and IT staff
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline.
  • 3 year’s experience in Linux systems administration (Apache, MySQL, Kerberos, SSO, Active Directory), Linux/Unix scripting technologies (bash, Python, php, Perl), Linux configuration management technologies (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and JAMF Pro administration for macOS/iOS devices.
  • Experience supporting VDI /VMWare environment.
  • Highly effective writing/verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5 year’s experience in Linux/Unix scripting technologies (bash, Python, php, Perl) and Linux configuration management technologies (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
  • Understanding of higher education institutional, academic and business interdependencies.
Physical Demands
  • Frequently moves computer equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus with the assistance of a dolly or cart.
  • A valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate his/her capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.
Salary Range
$65,000 - $75,000

Additional Salary Information

Type
Full-Time

Campus
North Campus

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Special Instructions Summary

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Additional Information

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Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name
Nicole Hayden

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
HR Specialist

Contact's Email
nhayden@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-645-0729

Posting Dates

Posted
06/24/2022

Deadline for Internal Applicants
07/08/2022

Deadline for External Applicants
07/23/2022

Date to be filled
08/05/2022

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

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Company

University at Buffalo

UB is New York’s largest public university, one of America’s leading research universities and a flagship in the SUNY system.

UB is a top 40 university in a top city in which to attend college, and with more than 1,300 acres across three unique campuses, there is always something new to explore. Regular shuttle service takes students between North Campus and South Campus, and the Downtown Campus is easily accessible by Metro Rail

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