Senior Windows Systems Administrator

Job Details

Purpose

Provide senior level Windows systems administration support for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Responsibilities

Under general direction, perform Windows Desktop and Server computer systems installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and end-user support for software’s, servers, workstations, laptops, and virtual machines.

Manage Windows Server backup services and CIFS / SMB storage solutions installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and escalation.

Perform and maintain Windows backup and storage systems audits for compliance with established information assurance policies, retention policies, and configuration guidelines.

Document and maintain processes, procedures and configurations for Windows, storage and backup solution configuration and change management.

Maintain computer hardware / software inventories and documentation.

Mentor junior administrators and helpdesk staff for Windows administration, troubleshooting, maintenance and best practices.

Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

HS / GED

At least five (5) years’ experience in Windows system administration.

Experience with commonly used concepts, practices, procedures and tools used in maintaining a Windows enterprise infrastructure.

Experience with shell scripting : PowerShell, Python or similar.

Experience with basic networking concepts.

Candidate will need to obtain a DoD 8570.1 / 8140 IAT Level II Certification, such as CompTIA CySA+ or Security+, within 6 months of hire date.

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, written and oral communication skills.

Must have a professional demeanor, be punctual and have the ability to work with little or no supervision.

Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

US Citizen : Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

At least seven (7) years of experience in Windows system administration.

At least four (4) years of experience with managing enterprise storage and backup solutions.

Experience with commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures used in maintaining backup and storage infrastructure.

Experience with VMWare, Proxmox, Hyper-V / VMM, or other enterprise hypervisor technologies.

Current DoD 8570.1 / 8140 IAT II or greater certification for CySA+, Security+, GICSP, GSEC, or similar approved IA certifications.

Experience with system configuration management tools such as SCCM / MECM, GPOs, WDS / MST, Intune or Jamf.

Experience with orchestration software such as Kubernetes, Docker or Podman.

Experience with source code management tools such as Subversion or GIT.

Experience web and database hosting environments such as IIS, MSSQL, or Oracle.

Experience deploying and maintaining MacOS systems.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

85,000-$100,000+ / negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions..

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

Use of manual dexterity.

Concurrent multiple projects under rigid deadlines or time limitations.

Occasional extended work hours.

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers :  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers :  As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.