Systems Administrator III
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$90,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Access Control, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Apple Macs, Cellular Telephone, CentOS, Computer Hardware, Computer Security, Computer Servers, Configuration Management, Firewalls, Fishing, Fitness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Help Desk, Higher Education, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Linux Operating System, Mac Operating System, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows System Administration, On Call, Performance Analysis, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Restaurant, Retail, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Auditing, Server Hardware, Software Administration, Software Licenses, Software Patches, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Technical Support, Tuition Fees, Typing, Voice Applications, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
1 day ago
Systems Administrator III
Job Summary
University Information Technology is looking for a Systems Administrator III to join a high-performing team of IT professionals. This position is part of a team which supports multiple administrative areas as well as UIT Voice server infrastructure and systems.
The successful candidate will perform duties across multiple areas of information technology, including computer hardware, server software, networking, end-user support for Mac and Microsoft operating systems, data security, and related IT infrastructure functions, with a focus on Voice systems including Linux and Microsoft server systems and their application support.
This is an ON-SITE position.
Responsibilities
Systems Administrator III
• Install, configure and manage systems and automate Linux and Microsoft patching and updates.
• Proactively monitor system performance, analyze logs, and perform complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Implement and maintain robust security measures, including host firewalls, user access controls, and regular security audits, to protect sensitive data and comply with state and university standards.
• Respond to user requests for system support and upgrades.
• Manage, configure, troubleshoot, identify and resolve end user systems for both Microsoft and Mac operating systems
• Perform administrative tasks and deployment processes using automation with scripting, MDMs and configuration management tools (Jamf, SCCM,Tanium, etc).
• Conduct analysis, including planning, designing, and evaluating a variety of information technology tools including for the support of end users and voice system servers and applications.
• Must travel around campus for support and equipment transport.
• After hours work on servers and on-call rotation
• Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Environment: Will require lifting, bending, and repetitive desk work such as typing, and long-term sitting.
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking bending, reaching overhead, lifting and carrying equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Systems Administrator, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
• 10 years of computer support related experience
• Advanced experience building, securing and supporting RedHat and CentOS Linux systems
• Voice systems experience
• ITIL Foundations certification
• Microsoft Windows and Mac OS troubleshooting experience
• Automated Device Management experience
• Security foundations certification
• RHCSA
About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U's Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U's shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.
About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah's system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the BIG-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including:
- Excellent health, dental, and wellness coverage at affordable rates
- 14.2% retirement contributions
- Generous paid leave time
- 11 paid holidays per year
- 50% tuition reduction for employees after completing probationary period, and spouse, and dependent children after three years
- Flex spending accounts
- Free transit on most UTA services
- Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
- Professional development opportunities
- A wellness program to promote health and quality of life
- Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN44276B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with on call responsibilities for after hours, weekend, holidays, etc.
Department: 01555 - UIT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPS
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $75,000-$90000 per year
Close Date: 5/18/2026
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/196702
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About the Company
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University of Utah
The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employeesINDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/