Network Systems Administrator

College of Arts & Sciences

Computer Science

The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe.

As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education.

These are exciting times at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in joining our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of pursuing excellence.

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking (1) an experienced Network Systems Administrator in the Department of Computer Science. This position will be responsible for setting up and maintaining department software and enabling user access.

WHAT MAKES College of Arts & Science A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The College of Arts and Sciences seeks to hire an experienced Network Systems Administrator. The Systems Network administrator will install, configure, and manage computer infrastructure that supports the department's computer networks, such as routers, switches, and cables.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Network Systems Administrator are as follows:

• Manages and maintains Linux, Unix, and Windows servers, such as network file servers, print servers, mass storage systems, and application development, including parallel computing applications in cluster and virtual server environments.
• Manages workstation and desktop support services and coordinates support for all desktops, laptops, and handheld or mobile computing hardware and software.
• Orders equipment; maintains the asset inventory and depreciation schedule; proactively recommends upgrades and updates of deployed systems.
• Serves as local system administrator and liaison to Campus IT for mission-critical systems or enterprise applications.
• Provides leadership and strategic direction on various technology issues, standards, and policies related to computing, servers, networks, and applications.
• Maintains, monitors, implements, and improves the single sign-on (SSO), proxy access, Lightweight Direct Access Protocol (LDAP), Secure Socket Shell (SSH) certificates, and other authentication methods and practices.
• Investigates the application of trends and practices; Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
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Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology and 4yrs related exp; or a combination of education and related exp.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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