SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR, College of Engineering, Administration

Boston University

BOSTON, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$72,000–$85,000
LOCATION
BOSTON, MA
POSTED
29 days ago

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation, deployment, and maintenance, of business applications and their supporting systems and storage. Possess knowledge of server management in a data center, virtualization, storage, Window Server, Active Directory, and Linux management, as well as the fundamentals of container management and cloud computing. Proven experience managing multiple complex projects as both a lead and subject matter expert. Technology Provide daily and long-term operational management of research computing through the management of researching, planning and implementing solutions to meet the goals of the various research labs and systems.

  • Provide maintenance and technical support for research laboratory systems.
  • Provide advice to researchers regarding technology.
  • Manage the daily operation of the HPC environment.
  • Research and analyze emerging technologies and solutions, devise a plan/strategy and implement those technologies as appropriate. 
  • Develop standards for operating procedures in the cluster environment.
  • Exercise all management functions inherent in BU managers with respect to performance, planning, counseling and evaluation.


Required Skills

Bachelors with 2 + years of experience. Please submit resume and cover letter.

Skills requirement:

  • Fluency in all client and server operating systems, to include MS Windows (all versions), MAC OS X and Linux.
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting in several of the following languages: C, C++, PHP, Perl, ASP, JavaScript, SQL.
  • Experience with web maintenance and programming, including understanding of HTML and CSS.
  • Ability to manage projects and lead effectively.
  • Ability to efficiently gather business requirements from end-users.
  • Experience in management systems implementation and project management.
  • Experience with datacenter management.
  • Experience with virtual server architecture, including but not limited to VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, and Citrix. - Experience with enterprise storage technology, including but not limited to NetApp.
  • Experience with classroom audio/visual equipment and other classroom-based technologies.
  • ITIL certifications preferred. - Experience writing technical documentation.
  • Strong collaborative skill set.
  • Experience developing and documenting policies and procedures.
  • Experience with planning and preparing budgets.
  • Person will function across business areas and will need to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, including students, staff, faculty and vendors.
  • This staff member may be called upon to move or relocate desktop computer equipment, servers and peripherals.
  • This staff member may be called upon to attend regular meetings and conferences with end-users and Information Services and Technology.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 



Required Experience

About the Company

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Boston University

Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.bu.edu/