Systems Administrator, Senior

Position Highlights

University Information Technology Services (UITS) is the University of Arizona’s central technology organization. UITS delivers enterprise and specialized technology services that support students, faculty, researchers, staff, and campus partners. Through innovation, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to accessibility and continuous improvement, UITS supports the evolving needs of a leading research university and the communities it serves.

UITS invites you to apply for the role of Systems Administrator, Senior (Systems Administrator III). This position is responsible for designing, building, delivering, and maintaining technology solutions that enhance operations supporting research, with a focus on high-performance computing. In addition, this role involves managing compute clusters for research along with their support services and infrastructure. As part of this work, applicants should have experience running Linux operating systems in a production environment, provisioning and maintaining server-class hardware in a data center.

This position requires the ability to work on the Tucson campus as needed and may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, subject to supervisor approval and department needs.

This position requires that the incumbent be a U.S. citizen to comply with federal contractual requirements. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, support, and maintain servers, operating systems, and related applications.
• Monitor system performance, identify constraints, and implement optimizations to improve performance and assess future resource needs. Implement and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to protect from security threats and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Automate repetitive tasks and improve system scalability, reliability, and security, leveraging scripting languages and automation tools.
• Implement end-to-end IT projects. Collaborate with technology vendors and service providers to evaluate products and ensure the successful implementation of solutions that align with organizational goals.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation, capturing insights and contributing to the knowledge base to facilitate knowledge sharing and transfer across the team.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of information security best practices.
• Knowledge of Linux systems administration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience running Linux at scale in a production environment.
• Experience with server-class hardware in a data center environment.
• Experience with high-speed 10/25/40/100Gb ethernet networks.
• Experience with enterprise-class storage systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, or related field.

FLSAExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryInformation TechnologyBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay$75,540 - $98,201Compensation Typesalary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)Grade10Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Career Stream and LevelPC3Job FamilySystems AdminJob FunctionInformation TechnologyType of criminal background check required:Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for Candidates[email protected]Open Date7/23/2026Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

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