Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Servers
Server Administration
System Documentation
Information Technology
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
System Administration
Remote Support
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DHCP
Virtualization
Hyper-V
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Bash
Python
Backup
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Documentation
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Configuration Management
Ansible
Zabbix
Management
Active Directory
Regulatory Compliance
Docker
Linux
Ubuntu
Red Hat Linux
Job Details
Job Description
Position focuses on providing administration and maintenance of department servers and systems; supporting basic infrastructure operations; managing assigned backup systems and monitoring tools; and providing escalated desktop support when needed along with server support for researchers. Role includes maintaining system documentation, leading infrastructure projects under senior guidance, and developing automation scripts to improve efficiency.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a bachelor's degree with equivalent, relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in systems administration or advanced desktop support
Proven working knowledge of Linux server environments
Demonstrated experience working with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Demonstrated experience working with virtualization platforms (Scale Computing, Hyper-V)
Proven ability to employ basic scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
Demonstrated experience managing or maintaining enterprise backup systems
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience developing documentation and communicating to various audiences
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (AWS)
Evidence of knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible)
Proven familiarity with monitoring systems (Zabbix, or similar)
Experience managing Active Directory administration
Advanced knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
Basic knowledge of containerization (Docker, Podman)
Advanced knowledge of Linux systems, Ubuntu, RedHat, etc..
Experience working with ticketing systems
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40 plus
Review Date
September 15, 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College .The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes .A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cole Tankersleyat regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Position focuses on providing administration and maintenance of department servers and systems; supporting basic infrastructure operations; managing assigned backup systems and monitoring tools; and providing escalated desktop support when needed along with server support for researchers. Role includes maintaining system documentation, leading infrastructure projects under senior guidance, and developing automation scripts to improve efficiency.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a bachelor's degree with equivalent, relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in systems administration or advanced desktop support
Proven working knowledge of Linux server environments
Demonstrated experience working with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Demonstrated experience working with virtualization platforms (Scale Computing, Hyper-V)
Proven ability to employ basic scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
Demonstrated experience managing or maintaining enterprise backup systems
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience developing documentation and communicating to various audiences
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (AWS)
Evidence of knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible)
Proven familiarity with monitoring systems (Zabbix, or similar)
Experience managing Active Directory administration
Advanced knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
Basic knowledge of containerization (Docker, Podman)
Advanced knowledge of Linux systems, Ubuntu, RedHat, etc..
Experience working with ticketing systems
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40 plus
Review Date
September 15, 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College .The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes .A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cole Tankersleyat regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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