What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Network and System Administration/IT Manager III position at North Carolina A&T State University?
Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director of Network and System Administration manages the technology infrastructure of the university. This includes managing advanced network, telecommunications, server, and storage systems, and cloud computing environments. It includes providing essential network, virtualization, directory, database, application, telephony, communications, and related services. The Director provides support for high-performance and research computing and second and third level support for other technology departments. This is a leadership position requiring a broad range of communication, planning, and management skills and extensive and wide-ranging technical knowledge.
The Director reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Information Technology and Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO). The Director works with the leadership of Information Technology Services (ITS) to provide the technology infrastructure and services required to fulfill the university's mission, and provides infrastructure support for other departments within the division.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Information Technology Services (ITS) strengthens and supports the University's mission of exemplary teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service by providing the information technology infrastructure, software, hardware and support to achieve the University's strategic goals. ITS is composed of six departments which work with the university community to provide the information technology support and services required to realize operational excellence, integrate advanced technology and create efficient and effective technology solutions.
Minimum Requirements
- 10 or more years of experience in network, server and telecommunications technology roles, including 5 years with primary responsibility for management of advanced, complex and high-performance network and server environments.
- 5 or more years of experience in a management position leading technical professionals.
- Significant technical knowledge of networks, telecommunications, servers, storage systems, cloud computing, virtualization, directory, applications, security, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
- Demonstrated experience in partnering with other units and fostering a position team spirit within the department.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- An advanced degree related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of advanced degree requirements.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
modern network, telecommunications, server and storage technologies and their deployment within a major research university.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Position Information
Working Title
Director of Network and System Administration / IT Manager III
Position Number
002944
Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with experience and education
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Network and System Administration
Organizational Location
VC for Info Tech Services
Organizational Unit
Network and System Administration
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA2507
Open Date
01 / 09 / 2025
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings : Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available
Spring 2025
Special Instructions to Applicant
This position is primarily on-site, with the opportunity to work periodically from home.
To Apply
For full consideration, please apply as soon as possible.
To be viewed by the search firm, you must apply directly at :
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.
Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and questions : Please send to NCATNetworkSystemAdmin@acesrch.com.
Nominations and referrals : Please send the nominee's name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
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