Network and Systems Administrator

Description

  Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Department: Information Technology            

Description: 

Paul Smith’s College seeks an exceptional, creative, and agile Network and Systems Administrator, responsible for managing, maintaining, and implementing all network- and systems-related technology on campus. Working closely with a team of IT professionals on a small college campus, the Network and Systems Administrator will be on the front lines of implementing; maintaining and improving essential IT services that help the Paul Smith’s College community succeed.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support the systems and network infrastructure such as servers, switches, firewall, wireless controllers, and access points.
• Contribute to system/network design and implementation.
• Assist the IT team with the implementation of new projects.
• Develop scripts to help automate processes and assist campus initiatives.
• Assist with escalated Help Desk Tickets.
• Share on-call responsibility with the IT team.
• Partner with the rest of the IT team to build and maintain the systems infrastructure on time and on budget.
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships related to IT infrastructure to ensure efficient and sustainable use of college resources.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience, as well as any applicable certifications.
• 7+ years of experience in an IT-related field.
• 3+ years as a Windows/Linux System Administrator and/or demonstrated ability.
• 3+ years as a Network Administrator.
• Backup monitoring and maintenance experience.
• Experience with the following technologies:
  • Windows Server 2003, 2008, and 2012
  • VMware vCenter and ESXi
  • CentOS, RHEL, or Ubuntu
  • iSCSI SAN
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Office 365 with DirSync
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft IIS
  • Apache HTTP Server
  • BIND DNS
  • SMTP
  • Cisco and HP Switches
  • Dell SonicWALL NSA an SRA appliances
  • Dell AppAssure Backup
  • Roxio Retrospect Backup
• Ability to design, lead, and see projects through from inception to completion.
• Experience training junior members in technology.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to correspond clearly and in a timely manner
• Excellent research skills as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills and a desire to work with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to set goals, understand and follow directions, meet deadlines, keep accurate records, plan ahead, and anticipate problems.
• Ability to work both independently and as an integral member of a team.
• Ability to remain calm during difficult situations, cope with pressure, and work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage tasks with appropriate attention to detail.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends and to travel when necessary.

Desired Technical Qualifications:

• Fluent in one or more programming languages (PHP, Visual Basic, Visual C++, etc.).
• Fluent with one or more scripting languages (PowerShell, BASH, VBscript, etc.).
• Experience with cloud technologies including SaaS, PaaS and IaaS architectures and how they integrate with on-campus infrastructure (storage, authentication, single sign on, etc.).

To Apply:

Applicants may submit a letter of intent, resume, and contact information for three professional references.  Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and should be sent in Word format to:  employment@paulsmiths.edu   Mailing address: Human Resources Generalist, Paul Smith’s College, PO Box 265, Paul Smiths, NY  12970.  Fax:  (518) 327-6161.
Paul Smith’s College values diversity in the College community and seeks to assure equal opportunity through its continued Affirmative Action program. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Contact Us
Human Resources

Phelps Smith Administration Building
Rooms 002-003
Email
(518) 327-6400

Hours: M-F, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.