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University of Utah

Systems Engineer/Administrator Senior

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


DetailsOpen Date:

10/22/2024Requisition Number:

PRN40145BJob Title:

Systems Engineer SrWorking Title:

Systems Engineer/Administrator SeniorJob Grade:

GFLSA Code:

Computer EmployeePatient Sensitive Job Code?

NoStandard Hours per Week:

40Full Time or Part Time?

Full TimeShift:

DayWork Schedule Summary:8:00AM to 5:00PM weekdays with occasional nights and weekends.Plus on-call rotation duties.VP Area:

PresidentDepartment:

00336 - KUEN/Utah Education NetworkLocation:

CampusCity:

Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment:

External PostingPay Rate Range:

$60,700 - $116,300Close Date:

12/31/2024Job Summary:UETN provides network and IT solutions for educational institutions throughout Utah. This position is integral in providing systems and services to all UETN stakeholders.We are looking for a Senior System Engineer who will join a team responsible for managing storage, server, and virtual hosting infrastructures.Senior System Engineer responsibilities include monitoring system performance and configuring new software and hardware. To be successful in this role, you should have excellent troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with various operating systems.This position includes on-call remote technical work on a rotating basis, which is an essential function of the role.Responsibilities:Manages, supports, monitors, and troubleshoots department UNIX systems and environments.Performs routine and complex system maintenance tasks, including hardware and software upgrades, system recovery, and performance tuning.Creates and maintains development and production environments for specialized systems.Provides tools and support for department staff.Installs system and application hardware and software.Primary System Administrator for UEN’s State-wide DNS Anycast system (InfoBlox).Administers systems patching automation.Maintains enterprise firewall administration to secure rule base.Assists in the analysis and purchase decisions of vendor products.Works with hardware and software manufacturers and vendors to maintain, troubleshoot, patch, and fix system issues.Monitors system performance and troubleshoots hardware and software errors.Investigates and provides information to technical and project leads about operating system and utility features and limitations.Designs and codes scripts.Follows industry recommendations and department programming standards to ensure code efficiency.Troubleshoots and repairs existing scripts and provides input on code fixes and alternative solutions.Documents and maintains change management control of all scripts written.Minimum Qualifications:Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.Department-specific requirements:Must be a self-starter and able to perform under minimal supervision.Experience administering DNS systems.Demonstrated experience with load balancing concepts and systems.Thorough understanding of web application servers and architecture.Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve using skills, experience, and research.Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.Preferences:Candidates with experience managing and maintaining Infoblox DNS appliances will be given preference.Candidates with experience managing and maintaining VMware infrastructure will be given preference.Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Nexus, WSO2 Identity Server, and WhatsUpGold is a plus.Experience with identity access management tools and concepts, RBAC, ABAC, and PBAC.Type:

Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions Summary:Additional Information:UETN

is a business unit of the University of Utah responsible for the state’s education and telehealth IT infrastructure and associated 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.University of Utah Benefits:Health, dental, and wellness coverage.Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a).Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority).Paid leave time.Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members. More information:

https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

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