Senior Systems Administrator

Basic Function and Responsibility

Responsible for the day-to-day operations and system security of the College's hypervisor, Windows, and Linux systems. Supervises and/or perform the installation and maintenance of server operating systems and server equipment.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains, administers, and coordinates the day-to-day planning, design, operation, maintenance and resource allocation for host systems for the academic and administrative networks. Includes Hypervisor (Currently VMWare/Hyper-V), Linux, and Windows.
• Installs system software and operating systems for the college's computing systems.
• Performs system programming tasks to ensure system security and proper operations of servers and infrastructure.
• Monitors and recommends changes regarding server security.
• Plans and schedules backups of all computer systems, and performs disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Maintains system utilization and performance and proactively addresses issues.
• Installs, maintains, and provides user support for server and cloud software and applications.
• Administers and leads technical support for campus-wide e-mail system.
• Manages AD object creation and schema changes, identity management system, and audits accounts for compliance with policies.
• Directs the technical analysis of operating system software and hardware.
• Led the analysis and makes recommendations for changes to virtualization, hardware, cloud application, software, and facilities.
• Captures and installs all servers and supporting equipment and creates configuration and procedure documentation.
• Provides technical training in procedures and the proper use of equipment.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

• Functional supervision is received for the Manager of Systems Administration and Operations.
• Administrative supervision is received from the Director of IT Infrastructure.

Supervision Exercised

• Functional supervision is exercised over one full-time System Administrator / Lead Operator.

Job Requirements

• Hiring Qualifications and Working Conditions:
• A Bachelor of Science in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience.
• At least two years experience working with Windows Server, VMware, or Linux operating systems with experience in system administration is required.
• At least two years experience working with TCP/IP protocols.
• Experience with Google Workspace and Gmail administration or equivalent email systems management and administration.
• Two years experience with directory services.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity including the ability to reach above the shoulder.
• Periods of time spent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Mobility to move from building to building on both campuses and to visit off campus entities.
• Little or no exposure to adverse working conditions.

Additional Information

• HOURS: Monday - Friday - 8:15 am - 5:00 pm - Position may be required to work evening and weekend hours for specific projects or emergencies.
• Salary: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. The minimum starting salary is $39.62 per hour which equates to $79,844 annualized based on Oakton's summer hours schedule. Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have a hybrid schedule option available after 30 working days.
• For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.
• Equal Opportunity Employer