Description
The Application Administrator position supports software applications and servers managed by Enterprise Systems. The position involves software installation and maintenance application administration problem resolution systems security and planning and implementation of system upgrades. Application administration duties are performed on a variety of operating systems including Windows Linux and cloud-based hosting environments / services.
Responsibilities
Enterprise System Support
- Application Support : Provides support for assigned systems managed by Enterprise Systems which include software applications email administration (O365 Google) identity management (LDAP AD) etc. Performs routine complex and emergency tasks to ensure and maximize service availability and application functionality
- Functional & Technical Assistance : Provides high-quality functional / technical support and training for areas processes and technologies. Coordinates with partner IT and users to support departmental systems across campus.
- Problem Solving : Performs advanced problem analysis outlines resolution options and takes appropriate actions to resolve problems.
- Documentation : Documents business practices and technical specifications accurately and maintains up-to-date records of tools and technologies used in implementing solutions.
- Performance Monitoring : Monitors systems and propose software updates and tuning to enhance system performance and security; develops a plan for testing implementing and measuring the results of system performance.
Maintenance Updates and Implementations
Under the direction of leadership ensures the proper design and installation of enterprise systemsCoordinates with customers technical staff and leadership to establish timelines for updates and maintenanceInstalls and provides updates and configuration changes for enterprise systemsProactively schedules maintenance windows for systems and devicesEnsures that system updates / upgrades integrate with the other existing systemsDecommissions services that are no longer in use and / or replaced by a newer serviceProvides recommendations for existing and emerging technologies along with participating in complex technical analysisSolution Development and Delivery
Works closely with customers analyst staff and management to gather requirements develop estimates and execute the overall implementation plansEvaluates technical requirements to provide time and cost estimates and assists with recommendations on how to proceedDirectly performs the design development and testing of solution componentsDevelops and maintains software requirements specification and architecture (design) documentsThe ideal candidate will possess the following :
Knowledge of enterprise applications and support proceduresKnowledge of cloud computing and servicesKnowledge of ITIL escalation procedures and service level agreements (SLAs)Effective skills in research and analysis project planning and implementationStrong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients co-workers and vendorsEffective customer service skills to engage customers resolve issues with a sense of urgency and communicate in a timely mannerExcellent decision-making time-management and planning skillsCustomer-centric approach to problem-solvingAbility to be an enthusiastic and resourceful team memberAbility to be a self-starter and motivated to move projects forwardAbility to manage competing priorities in a highly demanding environmentThe review of applications will begin October 7 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
Minimum : Requires a bachelors degree in a relevant field and two years of relevant application administration experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Preferred : 2 years of application administration experience experience installing and configuring enterprise applications experience with software testing and troubleshooting and experience with server operating systems and databases are preferred.
Required Experience :
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
Active Directory,VMware,Customer Service,Information Technology,Email,PCI,Windows,Database,Linux,Troubleshoot,User Accounts,Backup,Setup,hardware,Technical Support
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1