IT Generalist II

Job Summary Provides advanced operational support for secure Linux, virtualized, and containerized computing environments supporting instructional and research activities within Engineering and Computing Technology Services. The position emphasizes infrastructure security, virtualization, container platforms, and support for scientific and AI applications to ensure reliable, scalable, and compliant computing services. This role focuses on the growth of AI for research and instructional platforms, and the efficient, secure use of virtualized systems. Key Responsibilities Administers and supports Linux-based systems used for instructional, research, and shared computing services, including provisioning, patching, and lifecycle management. Ensures systems are secure, reliable, and aligned with operational standards. Operates and maintains virtualized environments supporting instructional labs, research workloads, and internal services. Monitors performance, availability, and resource utilization across virtual platforms. Supports containerized platforms using Docker and lightweight Kubernetes distributions (e.g., K3s) for instructional and research deployments. Assists with image maintenance, updates, and platform stability. Performs systems and infrastructure security operations, including vulnerability remediation, log review, access control enforcement, and host‑based security monitoring. Participates in incident response and system recovery activities. Supports scientific and AI‑enabled applications, including frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and related modeling or analytics tools. Assists faculty and students with environment configuration and troubleshooting. Implements automation and scripting solutions (e.g., shell or Python) to streamline system administration, monitoring, and security tasks. Contributes to improving operational efficiency and repeatability. Maintains operational and security documentation for supported systems, platforms, and procedures. Participates in knowledge sharing and cross‑training within the IT team. Serves as essential personnel during university emergencies and supports continuity of operations, backup validation, and service restoration efforts as required. Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology field and two (2) years of experience in the field; OR six (6) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Job Category Administrative Salary $50,000 - $55,000 Work Schedule Begin time: 8:00 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre-Employment Requirements Expanded Background Check Other Information Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Notice of Non-Discrimination FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiantive Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr