Senior Systems Administrator

Posting Details

Working Title Senior Systems Administrator

Position Number 00313A

Department COMPUTER SCIENCE

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job Full Time

EEO Category B Professionals

Job Description

To design, implement, support, and maintain the Department of Computer Science’s the state-of-the-art IT infrastructure and environment by using technical knowledge and skills to support network attached storage, desktops, servers, large-scale digital storage, MS Windows OS and services as well as aspects of IT security, virtualization, and major operating systems. To provide technical leadership to staff and faculty in supporting the mission of the Department of Computer Science to include providing direct supervision to one classified employee and several student workers.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Strong knowledge of administering MS Windows Server OS (2003 to current) and MS windows desktop OS ( VISTA to current). Strong knowledge in administering Network Attached Storage in a replicated environment. Strong knowledge of administering a complex computer network (routers and switches) of over 1000 drops. Strong knowledge of security and patching for the above systems. Strong knowledge of administering a UNIX server environment. Strong customer service and problem resolution skills. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with peers, students, staff, and faculty to resolve technical problems with little or no supervision. Demonstrated strong ability to provide technical and project leadership to other staff.

Special licenses, registration or certification

NONE

Education or training

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be substituted.

Level and type of experience

Extensive experience administering MS windows server OS, MS windows desktop OS, and network attached storage ( NAS ) in a replicated environment. Extensive experience with administering UNIX systems. Extensive experience providing client support for networked computing platforms to include administering a complex network infrastructure that includes routers and switches. Extensive experience with systems design, security, and planning.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Strong knowledge of Solaris and LINUX operating systems. Strong knowledge of AFS , NFS and TSM Software products. Experience with . NET , C, C++, Perl programming languages. Experience with securing servers and documenting security measures for compliance verification. Experience supervising staff. Cisco Certified Network Associate ( CCNA ). Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer.

Conditions of Employment

Evening and weekend work required when system issues occur

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S03352

Job Open To ODU Employees Only

Open Date 06/30/2026

Close Date 07/06/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

none

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page

Department Home Page cs.odu.edu

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor 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. However, 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 © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current ODU employee?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?

• Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)

• No

• • Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Recommendation/Reference Letter 1

Optional Documents

• Yellow Layoff Form

• Blue Layoff Card

• AHP Letter

• Standard Form 50 (SF-50)