What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Applications Administrator position at Nebraska Wesleyan University?
Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks applications for an IT Applications Administrator. The position is responsible for the planning, implementation and on-going operation of a wide range of critical University computing services. These services include Email Services, cloud applications, security, and authentication services including local Active Directory and Entra ID Services. The position collaborates with other professional staff in the university to manage multiple other systems needed by the university including but not limited to the Student Information Systems (SIS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS) systems.
This is a full-time, benefit eligible position which includes a comprehensive package including health, vision and dental insurance benefits, retirement benefits, a generous holiday schedule, and undergraduate tuition remission for employee's dependents among other benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Assists with the development of contracts for equipment, services, and maintenance.
- Recommends purchase, configuration, and installation of new software for the University. Integrates new devices, systems, services and software with the organization's current infrastructure.
- Setup, configure, and maintain cloud and hybrid systems, Microsoft 365, and related services.
- Resolve Azure AD issues relation to Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
- Setup, configure and maintain backup systems and services.
- Setup, configure and maintain the Universities IdP and authentication services (AD, LDAP, SAML/OIDC) along with IdP integration for all University supported services and applications.
- Manages user accounts in collaboration with the SIS administrator. Manages groups, permissions, for users, departments, divisions and organizations to access University maintained applications, storage, servers and services.
- Responds to system emergencies to ensure data access for users. Assists users with problems regarding access to system services and data.
- Advises on departmental budget and recommends purchase orders and expenditures.
- Serves on ad hoc committees as necessary.
- Assists in preparing grant proposals for information technology related grants.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have in-depth knowledge of at least one programming and/or scripting language with working knowledge of others. Preferred languages include Bash, Perl, Python, JavaScript, Go, or PowerShell.
- Demonstrated experience with:
- the administration of SaaS systems in an enterprise environment.
- SAML stack and enterprise IdP concepts and implementations (Preferred knowledge in several of the following: Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Shibboleth, Auth0, Google Workspace, OneLogin, or Ping Identity.
- XDR/EDR endpoint security on Windows.
- Managing SharePoint/OneDrive, Entra ID and other Microsoft 365 Services.
- Managing Academic or Enterprise licensed Office 365 and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Managing and using ticketing systems, preferably Zendesk.
- Backup solutions.
- Sophos endpoint security systems on Windows, Mac and Linux
- Knowledge of:
- AD, LDAP, and Radius based authentication.
- Microsoft IIS and MSSQL Server.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must have strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to Diversity:
Diversity is a core value of Nebraska Wesleyan University's mission and we embrace it as a source of strength. The education departments Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how they are able to enhance and embrace this University core value in a diversity statement submitted as part of their application materials.
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.
How to Apply:
To apply, please upload a letter of application, resume, a diversity statement, and the names of three professional references at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
