Systems Administrator

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleSystems Administrator

Position LocationPueblo, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office / in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202402247AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional / Research Professional

Classification TitleProf / Indiv Contrib I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours / Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$53,000 - 63,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on01 / 20 / 2025

Description of Work Unit

At CSU Pueblo, the Information Technology team is a crucial part of the Colorado State University System, which encompasses CSU Fort Collins, CSU Pueblo, and CSU Spur. By working closely with university stakeholders and collaborating with IT teams across the CSU System, the Information Technology team located in Pueblo contributes to the system’s goals of innovation and excellence, fostering a dynamic and effective IT environment on campus.

Driven by its purpose statement : Innovating IT, Empowering CSU and its values of Community, Collegiality, Reliability, Service and Simplicity, its team members work across the CSU System and in collaboration with stakeholders on the various CSU campuses. Reporting to the Vice President of Information Technology / CIO , our dedicated team delivers dynamic and innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of our students, faculty, and staff. Our work supports CSU’s Principles of Community, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we help others discover and meet their potential while aiming to set the standard for IT throughout higher education.

At CSU’s Division of IT, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual’s unique background and perspective are valued and respected. However, we currently do not provide sponsorship for permanent resident cards.

Position Summary

Colorado State University seeks a highly collaborative, innovative, and enthusiastic candidate for the position of System Administrator. Working for the Infrastructure and Systems Team, this position will provide system administration support at Colorado State University and work with members of a team to ensure production environments are maintained and healthy, document critical procedures and protocols, install and configure data center equipment, collaborate with campus partners on their infrastructure requirements, and continue to learn and research upcoming technologies beneficial to the university. This position will work in close collaboration with DoIT teams, particularly in networking, identity access management, and application development.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or similar degree OR any bachelor’s degree plus one or more years of professional experience. Candidates with a High School Diploma (or GED ) and 5 or more years of related professional experience will be considered for employment (without the required bachelors or other post-secondary education).

Demonstrated understanding of various operating systems, such as Windows and Linux

Preferred Job Qualifications

Familiar with networks and upgrading hardware and software

Configuration management with products such as Ansible

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Experience with VMware

Familiarity with cloud environments such as Azure or AWS

Practice strong documentation skills

Experience leveraging monitoring and logging systems

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive

Ability to work well in a team environment

Diversity Statement

Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and / or diversity / inclusion activities.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryServer Administration

Duty / Responsibility

• Maintain and update servers and operating systems on the Division of Central IT’s core

infrastructure, both physical and virtual.

Identify and resolve potential problems and determine procedural solutions.

Install and repair data center equipment, working with vendors as required, and provide on-call support on a rotating schedule.

Communicate with staff on best approaches to resolve problems or improve efficiency.

Aide team members in creating high-quality, well-maintained infrastructure with a focus on security.

Assist other teams with server security and protocol requirements.

Add new features, fix bugs, and update code using a configuration management tool.

Create technical documents detailing defined procedures.

Percentage Of Time60

Job Duty CategorySystem Administration

Duty / Responsibility

Install, upgrade, manage, and integrate storage solutions.

Provide troubleshooting support for storage and services utilizing storage.

Proactively monitor and resolve problems with storage, backups, and systems they utilize.

Evaluate, test, and document on new solutions.

Document new and existing storage and backup environments.

Conceptualize, design, advise, consult on existing and new complex systems and services.

Integrate those systems and services with the various storage or backup solutions.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryProjects

Duty / Responsibility

Collaborate with division or campus partners to complete upcoming projects that will impact central infrastructure as needed.

Research solutions to best meet project requirements.

Facilitate discussions and be able to describe to other groups or departments the technologies available to be understood by all involved.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryProfessional Development and Other Duties

Duty / Responsibility

review professional publications and other sources as appropriate, to maintain currency in the field.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactOlivia Robinson, olivia.robinson@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity () is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education () .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents

Salary : $53,000 - $63,000