Windows System Administrator

System Engineer IIComputer-Aided Engineering (CAE) is the primary team supporting information technology in the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. We are responsible for college-wide networks and systems that support all teaching, learning, research, and outreach for the college.This is a technical support specialist position in the CAE working with the primary Windows system administrator and College of Engineering Departmental Support staff (DSPs) to implement the core tooling to enable Windows deployments in a variety of areas, including administration, instruction, and research.Principle duties include:Support infrastructure for Endpoint ManagementHelp operate and maintain Windows systems and services to support instructionGather data, analyze, and make plans to improve Windows support servicesParticipate in peer groups and seek professional developmentRemote Work Eligibility:This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. The anticipated hybrid work schedule will be up to two days remote, with 3 days onsite after an initial training period which will require working 5 days on site.Additional Information:Applicants for this position will be considered for the Systems Engineer II, Systems Engineer III, and Systems Engineer IV titles. The title and compensation is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalistKey Job Responsibilities:Identifies strategic technological and architectural needs and makes recommendations for improvementIdentifies, troubleshoots, researches, and resolves issues on unique systems, platforms, networks, and applications to ensure system security, confidentiality compatibility, and functionality according to policies, procedures, and regulationsDesigns, installs, configures tests, and maintains strategically significant and unprecedented automation, hardware, and associated equipment according to customer specifications to meet unit objectivesPlans and coordinates system logistics, workflows, upgrades, and system security and affiliated proceduresDocuments and disseminates deployed systems, system upgrades, or changes to the appropriate entities according to established policies and proceduresInstalls firewalls, host and client access mechanisms, permissions, and user accountsServes as a subject matter expert, unit liaison, and main point of contact for clients, staff, leadership, and vendorsDepartment:College of Engineering, Computer Aided EngineeringCompensation:The starting salary for the position is $90,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.Required Qualifications:Strong knowledge of Windows 11 and Windows Server administration, including operating system architecture, configuration, security, troubleshooting, and enterprise deployment. Strong understanding of Active Directory, including organizational units, security groups, Group Policy, computer accounts, authentication, and domain-joined Windows systems.Experience managing Windows endpoint lifecycle operations, including imaging, provisioning, configuration, software deployment, patching, security configuration, troubleshooting, and retirement.Microsoft Configuration Manager (MCM) skills:Configuring, and maintaining Configuration Manager infrastructure - understand site architecture, distribution points, boundaries, boundary groups, management points, and content distribution.Creating and managing device collections, user collections, queries, and deployments.Developing and maintaining Windows operating system deployment (OSD) task sequences.Managing Windows feature updates and operating system upgrades.Creating and maintaining application packages, applications, deployment types, requirements, dependencies, and detection methods.Troubleshooting issues using logs and diagnostic tools.Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills,Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team of CAE staff to improve desktop computingAbility to analyze and prioritize requests for supportPreferred Qualifications:Extensive years of professional experience administering Microsoft Windows desktop and endpoint environments, preferably in a large, complex, or higher educationExperience with managed printing services, such as PapercutFamiliarity with Citrix Virtual Apps (XenApp) and Citrix Virtual Desktops (XenDesktop) or similar productsExperience with Azure and IntuneExperience in a large, complex, or higher education environmentEducation:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferredHow to Apply:Please go to the "Apply Now" area and select your current UW Employment Status. Applicants are required to upload a resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please provide responses to the following questions:How would you design a Windows deployment process that could support three very different groups: administrative users, instructional computer labs, and research users?Describe your experience with Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM), making sure to highlight the responsibilities that you have personally handled.What challenges would you think are unique to managing computers in instructional labs compared with administrative employee workstations?The search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested from final candidates. 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