Systems Engineer II

Facilities and Business Operations Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world-class campus experience. Visit our website or follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more. The Opportunity UCT IT is seeking to fill a Systems Engineer II vacancy. The Systems Engineer II researches, implements, operates, and secures systems that support enterprise infrastructure and information security. This role performs system architecture and design, system administration, and system security — building and maintaining servers and integrating departmental systems to meet business requirements. Responsibilities System Architecture Designs and architects systems and applications that support enterprise infrastructure and information security. Performs architecture and design of new systems and applications. Gathers business requirements and plans the implementation of institution’s applications and infrastructure. Supports product evaluation and qualification of new technology and methodology to make recommendations. System Engineering Builds and maintains the department’s applications and infrastructure to meet business requirements and secure standard operating system software. Monitors systems and applications for performance and uptime and makes configuration changes to achieve service level targets. Supports secure configurations as appropriate for systems and applications, including file transfer processes (SFTP, SSL) and web server configuration and operations. Maintains day to day operations and security updates of systems and applications. Administrative Supports unit governance and documentation. Provides input on new policies and standards within operating units. Creates and maintains up-to-date documentation on system configuration. Quality Assurance Oversees quality assurance review for all server-related deployments and documentation of team procedures. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure, systems, and applications. Knowledge of information security principles, secure system configuration standards, and vulnerability remediation practices. Special Instructions to the Applicants Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business. The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 to $80,648. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer. Benefits Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Education assistance And more… For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Department: UCF IT Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Type of Appointment: Regular Expected Salary: $64,518.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date: 07-25-2026-12-00-AM The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. For general application or posting questions, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr