Lead System Administrator Kean IT
Lead System Administrator Kean IT
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Job Description
External Applicant Instructions
Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.
Your contact information work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields you will need to verify that the data is accurate.
In the My Experience section you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
Kean IT
Lead System Administrator
The Lead System Administrator (Managing Assistant Director 1 is responsible for managing maintaining and optimizing the Universitys technical systems and software infrastructure. Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure this role oversees the deployment documentation patching and troubleshooting of core system infrastructure including server operating systems hardware virtualization platforms storage arrays and key applications. As a subject matter expert in data centertocloudbased infrastructure the Lead System Administrator ensures that the Universitys technology infrastructure is modern agile scalable and resilient incorporating industry best practices. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. This is not a remote position and requires physical presence on campus as determined by the Supervisor.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college and three years of demonstrated experience in systems administration including managing Windows/Linux servers VMware Active Directory and storage area networks (SANs) is required. A degree field of Computer Science Information Technology or a related field is preferred. Candidate must have expertise in virtualization and cloud technologies including infrastructureasaservice platforms like AWS and Azure; strong knowledge of backup disaster recovery processes network security practices and identity management systems; thorough understanding of IT infrastructure standards regulatory requirements and industry best practices; and proficiency in Microsoft 365 cloud and server administration. Preferred qualifications include: certifications in relevant technologies (e.g. Microsoft VMware or AWS); experience with cloud migrations and hybrid cloud infrastructure management; and familiarity with wired/wireless networking firewall configurations and security systems.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
Attention current Kean University employees (including parttime Student Assistants Graduate Assistants Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
Additional Information
Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act(Senate Bill No. 1730 P.L. 2011 Chapter 70. Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence from the effective date of hire.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position please refer to Section III.A. of ourReasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.
Diversity & NonDiscrimination Statement
Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Keans commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action equal opportunity institution we work to support a campuswide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students faculty staff administrators and beyond.
EEO/AA Statement
Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
