Sr. System Administrator

Salary: $59,915.00 - $77,890.00 Annually
Location : Beaumont, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: 202600142
Home Org: IT Operations
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
FLSA: Exempt


Job Summary


The IT Infrastructure Services department is inviting applications for the position of Systems Administrator Senior with a strong working knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This position reports to the Director of IT Systems and Cloud Operations as an integral member of the IT Systems and Cloud Operations team. The successful candidate will have the training and skills necessary to install, configure, and maintain both physical and virtual servers that support Lamar University's mission. The Systems Administrator Senior will apply technical knowledge in implementing policies for system security, ensuring high availability, and building technological sustainability.

This position will provide system services in support of technical and functional teams as requested and will apply knowledge and experience of current trends and technologies to improve and automate business processes.

This individual is accountable for the following types of systems: Linux servers, VMware hypervisor, SAN / NAS storage systems, and monitoring and management systems that support the University infrastructure.
Special Note : We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Essential Job Functions

• Install, configure, and administer physical and virtual Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, including but not limited to: user accounts, file/directory permissions, storage management, patch management, security management, NTFS/Share management and OS upgrades.
• Monitor all Linux enterprise servers and proactively intervene to solve problems.
• Create and maintain documentation of system processes and procedures.
• Provide OS and application troubleshooting support as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and technical support as needed.
• Generate, develop, and distribute statistical reports for management

Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or an associate degree with 5 years of verifiable experience in a related field.
  • A minimum of 2 or more years of verifiable experience in a related field, with a portion of this experience reflecting increasing responsibility and scope.

Desired Qualifications:

• • At least two (2) years of experience working in a data center environment.
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.

Supplemental Information
Key Competencies:

• • Advanced knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux server administration, CLI, Troubleshooting, and day-to-day administration.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux File Structures.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux security is best practice.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux storage configuration.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux package installation and management.
  • Advanced knowledge of Linux file/directory permissions.
  • Advanced knowledge of virtualization administration - VMware ESX preferred.
  • Knowledge of fiber channel SAN storage administration.
  • Knowledge of SAN/NAS storage systems.
  • Knowledge of cloud hosting services - Azure, AWS.
  • Knowledge of backup system technologies.
  • Knowledge of monitoring system technologies - NAGIOS system software preferred.
  • Skill in both verbal and written communication.
  • Skill in working in a team.

Physical Requirements: May be required to lift objects weighing 15 pounds or more.
Job Conditions: Mainly Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, but some after-hours and weekend work required as needed.
Security Sensitive Statement: This position is designated as a critical infrastructure role and is subject to Cyber Intelligence Review in accordance with Executive Order GA-48. Additionally, this position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain and review criminal history record information.
Who We Are:
Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.


Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance?
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.?

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Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, OR an associate's degree with 5 years of verifiable experience in a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a minimum of 2 or more years of verifiable experience in a related field, with a portion of this experience reflecting increasing responsibility and scope?

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

Required Question