What are the responsibilities and job description for the Windows Systems Administrator - College of Applied Health Sciences position at University of Illinois?
Windows Systems Administrator - College of Applied Health Sciences
Hiring Department : College of Applied Health Sciences, IT
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1028960
FTE : 1
Work Schedule : Monday-Friday
Shift : Days
of Positions : 1
Workplace Type : On-Site
Posting Close Date : 1 / 24 / 2025
Salary Range (commensurate with experience) : $55,000.00 - 65,000.00 / Annual Salary
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU / VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers : Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
UIC is seeking a Windows Systems Administrator to join our College of Applied Health Sciences IT team. Under minimal supervision of the Directors of Information Technology, the position manages endpoint devices within the College of Applied Health Sciences. The primary responsibilities include system administration, software packaging and deployment, operating system patching, and server management. This position will interact with the end users within the College and must possess excellent spoken and written communication skills, in addition to the required technical abilities listed below. This position requires thinking strategically in structuring the end user's computing environment. The position serves as a technical expert to staff and students, configures and deploys new equipment, and provides full support and management of all department devices.
Duties & Responsibilities :
- System Administration - Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers and workstations using Microsoft Intune. Maintaining the deployment of software and drivers and pushing out updates to Windows machines using Microsoft Intune and Apple devices using JAMF. Establish and maintain software documentation.
- Infrastructure Maintenance - Perform regular system updates, patches, and security configurations. Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across Windows-based environments.
- Security & Compliance - Configure and monitor security software solutions, including but not limited to Splunk, Windows Defender, and Qualys.
- User Support & Collaboration - Provide Level 2 / 3 technical support for end-users and the AHS IT Helpdesk. Collaborate with the AHS IT Helpdesk and the UIC Technology Solutions group to work on projects and initiatives.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required :
Preferred Qualifications :
To Apply : For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment / misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
