Systems Administrator SSRI
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 61800 - 115100
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need performance and/or availability of funding.POSITION SPECIFICS
The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) is seeking a Systems Administrator to lead and improve our ability to provide services and enhance research using a combination of cloud andon-premisesLinux solutions.
SSRIs strategic mission is to foster novel interdisciplinary collaborations by investigators who aim to address critical human and social problems at the local national and international levels and to translate and disseminate this knowledge into measurable outcomes for human behavior health and development. The Information Technology Team at SSRI is committed to finding the best IT tools and solutions to enable innovative research.
The Systems Administrator will collaborate with SSRI faculty and staff to ensure Linux operations are hosted in a manner that focuses on security consistency and continuity. This position will support the Research Computing Facilitation Supervisor in advancing research tools and technologies that accelerate research innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Research Computing Facilitation Supervisor in executing strategic initiatives to enhance computational capabilities of research faculty and staff
- Provide set up and ongoing support of research technologies
- Create partnerships and collaborate with faculty and staff to identify and analyze emerging technologies to fulfill research requirements
- Monitor and remedy identified technical infrastructure security threats
- Design and implement new solutions with a goal of improving overall SSRI IT infrastructure
- Provide customers with cutting edge platforms for their research projects
- Manage and administer SSRIs IT systems servers and network security applications including but not limited to DICOM MRI images storage server Drupal and WordPress
- Provide support and guidance to SSRI IT team members train new users on newly designed systems
- Provide desktop support or back up the SSRI helpdesk team with tasks such as installing desktop/laptop operating systems assisting end users with patching and resolving operating systems and application errors
This position will be filled at the Intermediate Professional or the Advanced Professional level depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate. This position will provide a strong opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the organization.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience with VMware and Hyper-V
- Experience in the research landscape
- Commitment to collaborative problem solving
- Curiosity to find innovative solutions
- User and customer focused approach to work
- Experience with Red Hat Ubuntu-based Linux distributions and Amazon Linux AMI
- Ability to thrive in a team focused department
Work Arrangement: This position will be on-site at the University Park Campus.
Application: Interested applicantsshouldcomplete the Penn State application process and submit a cover letteranda resume or a CV. Review of applications will begin immediately.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Systems Administrator - Advanced Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Systems Administrator - Intermediate Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree 1 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $61800.00 - $115100.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Active Directory
- Computer information Technology
- PowerShell
- OS
- Windows
- Database
- SCCM
- Linux
- SAN
- Troubleshoot
- Backup
- Setup
- Technical Support
- UNIX
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