Job Details

Windows and Unix System Administrator - Controlled Space Enterprise

Position Number: 6563000
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Computing - Network/System Administration

Windows and Unix System Administrator - Controlled Space Enterprise

Job ID: 14069
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About UTEP

About the University of Texas at El Paso

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Controlled Space Enterprise

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary:$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

This position is full-time, temporary, contingent on availability of funds position with possibility of extension and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Summary: The Windows and Unix System Administrator will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of system components, operating systems, software, and applications. This role includes preparing system documentation, developing standards, and providing user education.

Pre-hire contingencies upon conditional offer of employment:

U.S. Citizenship: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, job offer will be contingent on selected applicant applying for access to classified information within 45 days of job offer and receiving at least interim access to classified information within 90 days of the application being submitted or based on USG processing time. Eligibility for access must continue without interruption during employment in this position. Failure to maintain required security clearance during employment will be subject to immediate termination. If any of the aforementioned conditions cannot be met or maintained within the first 179 days of employment employee is subject to termination under the 180-probation period.

Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Deploy, configure, maintain, and support hardware across both Windows and Linux operating systems on servers and workstations.

Maintain third-party administrative software (e.g., anti-virus, software inventory, and performance monitoring tools).

Administer system services including Active Directory, DNS, SSSD, Samba, and NFS file serving capabilities in a heterogeneous network.

Participate in Windows and Linux patching activities to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.

Support security compliance by conducting compliance (SCAP) and vulnerability (Nessus) scans, applying STIGs, and other related tasks to enhance security posture.

Deploy, maintain, and configure client operating system images and system encryption solutions.

Troubleshoot, develop, and implement new solutions to meet the evolving demands of systems or networks.

Perform Government System (DoDIN) support and management as needed.

Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

Other duties as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

omplies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED

and

Experience:

Three years of system administration experience

Must hold a DoD 8140.01 approved certification to satisfy an IAT Level II position.

Proven experience working with both Windows and Unix based environments.

Solid understanding of Microsoft domain concepts including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.

Working knowledge of switches, virtualization, and system services.

Ability to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities to enhance the security posture.

Security Requirements: Compliance with DoD 8140.01 IAT/IAM Level II or higher certification requirements is mandatory.

Preferred Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Three or more years of system administration experience with at least one year of database administration experience.

Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

Knowledge of data encryption and secure data management.

Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark).

Experience with vulnerability/compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, SCAP).

Experience implementing STIG/SRG compliance configurations.

Experience deploying and supporting DoD secured networks.

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework.

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required.
Occasional intrastate/interstate travel for project support.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6563000&targetURL=

To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Deploy, configure, maintain, and support hardware across both Windows and Linux operating systems on servers and workstations.

Maintain third-party administrative software (e.g., anti-virus, software inventory, and performance monitoring tools).

Administer system services including Active Directory, DNS, SSSD, Samba, and NFS file serving capabilities in a heterogeneous network.

Participate in Windows and Linux patching activities to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.

Support security compliance by conducting compliance (SCAP) and vulnerability (Nessus) scans, applying STIGs, and other related tasks to enhance security posture.

Deploy, maintain, and configure client operating system images and system encryption solutions.

Troubleshoot, develop, and implement new solutions to meet the evolving demands of systems or networks.

Perform Government System (DoDIN) support and management as needed.

Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

Other duties as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

omplies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED

and

Experience:

Three years of system administration experience

Must hold a DoD 8140.01 approved certification to satisfy an IAT Level II position.

Proven experience working with both Windows and Unix based environments.

Solid understanding of Microsoft domain concepts including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.

Working knowledge of switches, virtualization, and system services.

Ability to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities to enhance the security posture.

Security Requirements: Compliance with DoD 8140.01 IAT/IAM Level II or higher certification requirements is mandatory.

Preferred Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Three or more years of system administration experience with at least one year of database administration experience.

Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

Knowledge of data encryption and secure data management.

Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark).

Experience with vulnerability/compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, SCAP).

Experience implementing STIG/SRG compliance configurations.

Experience deploying and supporting DoD secured networks.

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework.

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required.
Occasional intrastate/interstate travel for project support.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6563000&targetURL=

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Deploy, configure, maintain, and support hardware across both Windows and Linux operating systems on servers and workstations.

Maintain third-party administrative software (e.g., anti-virus, software inventory, and performance monitoring tools).

Administer system services including Active Directory, DNS, SSSD, Samba, and NFS file serving capabilities in a heterogeneous network.

Participate in Windows and Linux patching activities to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.

Support security compliance by conducting compliance (SCAP) and vulnerability (Nessus) scans, applying STIGs, and other related tasks to enhance security posture.

Deploy, maintain, and configure client operating system images and system encryption solutions.

Troubleshoot, develop, and implement new solutions to meet the evolving demands of systems or networks.

Perform Government System (DoDIN) support and management as needed.

Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

Other duties as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.

omplies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED

and

Experience:

Three years of system administration experience

Must hold a DoD 8140.01 approved certification to satisfy an IAT Level II position.

Proven experience working with both Windows and Unix based environments.

Solid understanding of Microsoft domain concepts including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.

Working knowledge of switches, virtualization, and system services.

Ability to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities to enhance the security posture.

Security Requirements: Compliance with DoD 8140.01 IAT/IAM Level II or higher certification requirements is mandatory.

Preferred Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Three or more years of system administration experience with at least one year of database administration experience.

Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

Knowledge of data encryption and secure data management.

Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark).

Experience with vulnerability/compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, SCAP).

Experience implementing STIG/SRG compliance configurations.

Experience deploying and supporting DoD secured networks.

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework.

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required.
Occasional intrastate/interstate travel for project support.