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System Administrator, Lead
Instructional Innovation and Technology
Enterprise Computing
Why work at Georgia State University (GSU)?
GSU is listed as the No. 1 public university for undergraduate teaching and No. 2 for the most innovative university (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). It is a thriving research institution that provides a challenging and collaborative intellectual environment for its staff, faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.
Putting technology to work at Georgia State University. Georgia State is a leading force in the digital transformation of higher education. Georgia State's central technology services group, Instructional Innovation and Technology (IIT), seeks to inspire, support, and enable innovative solutions to advance learning, research, and economic enterprise. IIT is leading the pursuit to find solutions to the unique challenges associated with information technology and serve as leaders in a global network of knowledge creation and sharing by earning the role of valued partners and trusted advisors for evolving technology solutions, discovering, creating and implementing new models of higher education for a community of distinct learners, creating and supporting innovative solutions that improve the lives of our students, our city and our state, attracting, developing and retaining talented and capable professionals and fostering an innovative culture of leaders where collaboration, ownership, creativity and efficiency are key.
Do you enjoy seeking solutions and providing exceptional customer service? Are you passionate about technology, your clients' success, and looking to make a difference? Can you help us continue to climb the ladder of success? If so, you are just who we need.
Georgia State University's Instructional Innovation and Technology (IIT) is seeking System Administrator, Lead to join our vibrant and growing team. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Enterprise Computing, the System Administrator, Lead is a professional staff position within the Enterprise Computing Unit.
WHAT MAKES GEORIGA STATE UNIVERSITY's IIT A GREAT PLACE?
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance program, retirement, etc.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
A flexible work environment.
Professional development opportunities
Cutting edge technology and innovation
HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL DO
The scope of responsibilities for this position will include these essential duties but is not limited to the following:
Evaluate new technology and techniques for suitability and incorporation into our computing infrastructure when appropriate
Participate in and/or lead the design and implementation of solutions to meet customer requirements.
Apply patches, update, and perform general maintenance and repair on productions systems to ensure continued security, availability, reliability, and functionality.
Provide level 3 support: Diagnose and resolve complex multi-system problems with operating systems, hardware and/or storage problems supported by this team.
Document system configuration, installation, and maintenance processes
Mentor junior staff and direct their work associated with projects they are managing.
In sum, as a Systems Administrator, Lead, you will need expert knowledge of Operating Systems, Hardware, and Storage. This position is responsible for the creation of new solutions, the enhancement of existing solutions, the diagnosis of complex problems, and the repair of existing solutions.
Georgia State University Values
- COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.
- INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.
- TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.
- INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.
- EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.
- STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.
USG Core Values Statement - The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
- Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.
Disclaimer:This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.
As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.
Qualifications:Minimum Hiring Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and Three years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications: - Demonstrated expertise in configuring and managing in Linux Operating System (Red Hat variants preferred)
- Strong programming skills in a scripting language such as Perl, Python or Powershell
- Experience managing enterprise backup solutions such as CommVault and knowledge of DNS management
- Experience in configuration and patch management and with VMware ESX or other virtualization technologies
- Strong understanding of operating system performance tuning and of system administration and security best
practices