Job Details

Systems Administrator III

Position Number: 6939931
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Computing - Network/System Administration

Systems Administrator III

Job Summary

University Information Technology is looking for a Systems Administrator III to join a high-performing team of IT professionals. This position is part of a team which supports multiple administrative areas as well as UIT Voice server infrastructure and systems.

The successful candidate will perform duties across multiple areas of information technology, including computer hardware, server software, networking, end-user support for Mac and Microsoft operating systems, data security, and related IT infrastructure functions, with a focus on Voice systems including Linux and Microsoft server systems and their application support.

This is an ON-SITE position.

Responsibilities
Systems Administrator III

Install, configure and manage systems and automate Linux and Microsoft patching and updates.
Proactively monitor system performance, analyze logs, and perform complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hardware, software, and network issues.
Implement and maintain robust security measures, including host firewalls, user access controls, and regular security audits, to protect sensitive data and comply with state and university standards.
Respond to user requests for system support and upgrades.
Manage, configure, troubleshoot, identify and resolve end user systems for both Microsoft and Mac operating systems
Perform administrative tasks and deployment processes using automation with scripting, MDMs and configuration management tools (Jamf, SCCM,Tanium, etc).
Conduct analysis, including planning, designing, and evaluating a variety of information technology tools including for the support of end users and voice system servers and applications.
Must travel around campus for support and equipment transport.
After hours work on servers and on-call rotation
Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Environment: Will require lifting, bending, and repetitive desk work such as typing, and long-term sitting.
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking bending, reaching overhead, lifting and carrying equipment.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Systems Administrator, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
10 years of computer support related experience
Advanced experience building, securing and supporting RedHat and CentOS Linux systems
Voice systems experience
ITIL Foundations certification
Microsoft Windows and Mac OS troubleshooting experience
Automated Device Management experience
Security foundations certification
RHCSA

About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U's Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U's shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah's system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the BIG-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including:

Excellent health, dental, and wellness coverage at affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees after completing probationary period, and spouse, and dependent children after three years
Flex spending accounts
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
A wellness program to promote health and quality of life
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

For more information regarding how our salary and benefit offerings impact the overall compensation here at the University of Utah, please see our Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.hr.utah.edu/comp/totalcomp.php

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN44276B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. with on call responsibilities for after hours, weekend, holidays, etc.
Department: 01555 - UIT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPS
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $75,000-$90000 per year
Close Date: 5/18/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/196702