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Position Information

Posting Number 20113114

Position Title System Administrator

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department IT Infrastructure Svcs

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The IT Infrastructure Services department is inviting applicants for the position of IT Systems Administrator. This position reports to the Director of IT Systems and Cloud Operations as an integral member of the IT Systems and Cloud Operations team. The successful candidate will have the training and skills necessary to install, configure, and maintain both physical and virtual servers that supports services towards Lamar Universities mission. The Systems Administrator will apply technical knowledge in implementing policies for system security, ensuring high availability, and building technological sustainability.

This position will provide system services in support of technical and functional teams as requested and will apply knowledge and experience of current trends and technologies to improve and automate business processes.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

+ Install, upgrade, and administer virtual and physical Windows and Linux servers in both VMWare and enterprise data centers.

+ Apply patches, and updates, and perform backups and restore operations on Windows and Linux servers.

+ Administer and monitor VMware, Azure, and AWS infrastructure, ensuring proactive problem-solving.

+ Provide OS and application troubleshooting support, maintain network file shares and manage NFS shares on Linux.

+ Follow change management procedures, coordinate with vendors, and provide high-quality documentation and reports for management.

Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities)

+ Server administration best practices.

+ Understanding of orchestration or automation technologies.

+ Understanding of cloud computing models.

+ Understanding of virtualization technologies. E.g. hypervisors.

+ Understanding of cyber security concepts. E.g. Authentication, Authorization, Encryption.

+ Understanding of basic TCP /IP networking

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements will include prolonged sitting while working at a computer and some heavy lifting due to carrying and moving equipment. Some heavy lifting required.

Job Conditions: Mainly Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm but some after-hours and weekend work is required as needed.

Important Notice: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

+ Health, dental & vision insurance

+ Life insurance

+ State of Texas Retirement plans

+ Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

+ Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/hr-services/benefits/index.html)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Associate degree with equivalent certifications required.

+ Two years of directly related experience.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Any relevant industry certifications and/or licenses a plus.

+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or directly related field preferred.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is designated as a critical infrastructure role and is subject to Cyber Intelligence Review in accordance with Executive Order GA-48. Additionally, this position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain and review criminal history record information.

Salary $53,496 - $69,545

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 05/12/2025

Close Date 08/12/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions

Important Notice: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.