IT SysAdmin

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Systems Administrator

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1195

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Description: The Systems Administrator is responsible for installing, maintaining, upgrading, and securing Frontier Science computer networks and systems (hardware and software) – and plays a key role in

troubleshooting, monitoring, and implementing IT infrastructure solutions that support the entire organization.

Major duties and responsibilities:

Install, administer, monitor, and maintain servers, network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless APs), system software, and end-user applications (Windows/Linux)

Ensure systems and network security through regular updates, patches, firewalls, and access controls

Monitor network performance and optimize for speed and reliability

Perform routine system backups and restore operations as needed

Assist in disaster recovery planning and implementation

Monitor system and network alerts, managing help desk tickets, and assisting with routine automation tasks

Assist in the setup and basic administration of cloud services, including Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Google Workspace tools such as Gmail and Drive

Provide help desk support (password resets, printer issues, software troubleshooting, etc.)

Manage asset inventories and assist with vendor coordination.

Collaborate with IT team and other departments to support and improve infrastructure

Assist in creating, updating, and organizing IT technical documentation, including user guides, process documentation, and knowledge base articles

Help maintain hardware and software inventories and contribute to process improvements

Assist with security audits, support incident response, and maintain compliance documentation

Reports to: Director of IT Operations

Controls over position: The Systems Administrator will be assigned work by the Director of IT Operations

Required qualifications:

Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, network security, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, etc)

Basic knowledge of system security (data encryption, access control, endpoint protection, intrusion detection systems, etc.)

Basic knowledge of server management (hardware, software, related infrastructure, file servers, storage, SANs, virtualization, data backup/recovery, etc)

Experience with network monitoring, database management, and scripting / automation

Familiarity with various operating systems (primarily Windows and Linux)

Familiarity with identity and user access management systems (Okta, Active Directory, etc)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Ability to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose/resolve technical issues

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Ability to safely lift and carry computer hardware and networking equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Regular travel to on-site data centers and remote facilities is required to support hardware deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and operational continuity

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or relevant experience); professional certifications (CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), etc.) are a plus

Contingent on a candidate’s education, experience, and knowledge – they may be offered the position of Systems Administrator or Systems Administrator II. The salary ranges for these respective positions are as follows:

Systems Administrator: $50,000-$70,000

Systems Administrator II: $70,000-$90,000

Physical Conditions: This is a stationary position that will require the employee to operate office equipment including a computer, fax machine, and printer. Employee may also need to lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

Travel: This position will be based in the Amherst, New York office. This role may on occasion be asked to travel to the organization’s other office locations in Boston, Massachusetts and Madison, Wisconsin.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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