IT System Administrator - Department of Technology & Security

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Job Posting Number

S458

Position Title

IT System Administrator - Department of Technology & Security

Class Title

Staff

Regular or Contingent II

Regular (PIN)

Desired Start Date

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Range

$75,00 - $80,000

Open Date

01/25/2023

Close Date

02/09/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Technology & Security is seeking excellent candidate for an IT System Administrator. The candidate will manage software and hardware involved in running a computer network. Candidate must be ready to be an active participant in department with a strong commitment to excellence. The candidate should:
1) Track network traffic activity, install, and configure software updates.
2) Perform database backups to restore, install hardware, protect user information and other duties as related.
3) Provide operational support to users, programmers and computer operations personnel.
4) Investigate and resolve complex system errors and processing problems.
5) Minimize conflict for resources by identifying and maintaining priorities, reviewing job schedules, and monitoring system to maintain optimum response times.
6) Assist in evaluating and recommending resource requirements.
7) Develop complex programs, participate in strategies for total system and application security.
8) Implement control procedures consistent with audit requirements.
9) Develop and maintain client system and operations documentation.
10) Respond to inquiries, and requests from clients.
11) Perform vulnerability and penetration test.
12) Monitor traffic for suspicious activity.
13) Implement network security policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Technology or related field(s). Has a demonstrated history in cyber defense.

Experience

Has knowledge and demonstrated ability to program in Java, Python, C and Assembly languages.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of applicable software products of applicable computers and peripherals. Skill in configuring computer hardware and software; to analytically design program logic to solve technical problems in operating supported computers and peripherals. Work independently with a strong work ethic; strong people skills; excellent communication (both orally and in writing); interpersonal skills; and demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders (faculty, staff and students).

Conditions of Employment

Please be advised, COVID -19 vaccinations are strongly encouraged but not required for eligible faculty and staff employed by Bowie State University. This protocol may be subject to change.

Other

Non-Union Position.

BSU offers a generous benefits package, which includes 22 vacation days, 13 holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2633
Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Letter of Reference 1
4. Letter of Reference 2
5. Letter of Reference 3