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Systems Administrator II

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

  • If available, please provide a link to your online developer portfolio. 
  • If selected for an interview, applicants will be required to complete a short take-home assignment. 
  • Job Location - San Marcos (with hybrid remote option) 
  • Flexible hybrid work environment with the possibility of full-time remote work.
  • Technology Resources will not sponsor or transfer visa sponsorship for this position.

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number 2024458
Posting/Functional Title Systems Administrator II
University Pay Plan Title Systems Administrator II
Location San Marcos
Department Infrastructure Services
Recruitment Type Open to All
Job Type
Funding Source Permanent
Monthly Salary $6,666.67 + Commensurate with Experience
Job Category Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
  • Experience with Azure Entra ID.
  • Deploy and maintain containerized applications.
  • Experience building services in a public cloud such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Experience building traditional services in a private cloud such as VMWare.
  • Experience with troubleshooting enterprise network connectivity issues.
  • Experience with team collaboration software (e.g. Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, or similar).
  • Experience with managing Windows or Linux server operating systems.
  • Experience with scripting or automation platforms such as Python, PowerShell, Ansible, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Terraform.
  • Experience with managing database workloads.
  • Experience with information security best practices in securing workloads.
  • Experience with Visual Studio Code.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Job Description
General Description Overview:
We are adding an individual to our team to be on the front line of a cloud adoption strategy for TXST. The perfect candidate will have experience with Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services. Automation will be a key component in the role.

About Us:
We are the Systems Administration Team that handles public and private cloud infrastructure as well as running the critical services for campus to operate. This includes but isn’t limited to Windows, Linux, Storage, DNS, DHCP, Microsoft 365, etc.

About You:
We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of building out cloud-native technologies. You should be familiar with how to deploy systems in a hybrid environment. The ideal candidate should possess a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team environment, while also demonstrating the capability to solve problems in a self-directed manner. Most importantly you should be comfortable in an environment where you can freely give and receive feedback while designing solutions to run in either public or private cloud.
Job Duties
  • Develop solutions in either a public or private cloud environment.
  • Research new cloud technologies and document for support.
  • Translate high-level requirements and design documents into interactive layouts and templates.
  • Collaborate with requestors to design, implement, and support cloud native technologies.
  • Provide support for application services managed by the Systems Administration team.
  • Cross-train in other areas of the team.
  • Communicate regularly with teammates about problems, solutions, best practices, and other technical topics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide technical insights, and contribute to the overall design and development process.
Additional Information to Applicants
  • If available, please provide a link to your online developer portfolio. 
  • If selected for an interview, applicants will be required to complete a short take-home assignment. 
  • Job Location – San Marcos (with hybrid remote option) 
  • Flexible hybrid work environment with the possibility of full-time remote work.
  • Technology Resources will not sponsor or transfer visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Open Date 04/15/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled Yes
Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM
Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! 
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! 
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program 
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs. 
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus 
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions 

 
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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Applicant Document

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation #1
  2. Media File
  3. Portfolio
  4. DD 214/DD1300
  5. Veteran's Preference
  6. Licensure
  7. Certifications
  8. Letter of Recommendation #2
  9. Letter of Recommendation #3

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