Systems Administrator – Multiple Positions

Office of Computer and Information Services

Systems Administrator – Multiple Positions

Under the supervision of the Associate Director, Enterprise Technologies, the Systems Administrator (Professional Services Specialist III, Computer Services) is responsible for maintaining technical systems and software for the University. The Systems Administrator is also responsible for operating, monitoring, deploying, documenting, patching and troubleshooting core system infrastructure such as server operating systems, server hardware, virtualization platforms, storage arrays and applications. The Systems Administrator position is a subject matter expert in data center-centric to Cloud-based infrastructure that envision future state technologies, delivering increased agility, scalability, performance and resiliency. This role will support, analyze, administer and deploy solutions to drive technology modernization and the incorporation of industry best practices. This position is based at the Union, NJ campus but supports other campus locations in New Jersey. Position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

This is not a remote position and requires a physical presence on campus as determined by the Supervisor. It requires working on campus during the COVID-19 pandemic and interacting directly with students following all procedures and protocols set forth in the University’s Restart Plan and any procedures/protocols created through additional correspondence.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of desktop support experience is required, including knowledge of helpdesk solutions such as an IT ticketing system and remote support tools. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis. Preferred qualifications include: A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science or related field and at least two years of experience in technical support including Systems Administration and/or Systems Engineering; experience with Active Directory including maintaining several domains, VMWARE or similar virtual desktop solutions both on premise and cloud hosted; b asic Linux Systems Administration skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Cloud and Windows Server Administration. Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud or equivalent certifications are a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period to become eligible for a regular appointment.

Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to appointment.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, external candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for medical or religious reasons, or reasons related to a current pregnancy, you may submit a request for an exemption. If you are approved for an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, you will be required to wear a mask while indoors on campus and you will be required to be tested for COVID-19 by the University on a regular schedule.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures .

Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement

Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean’s commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer