Systems Administrator Sr

University of Utah, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime

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Systems Administrator Sr
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
  • This is a hybrid position, and the candidate must be in the Salt Lake City area.
  • Please have sample code available to review for the interview.

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Open Date 05/10/2024
Requisition Number PRN38516B
Job Title Systems Administrator Sr
Working Title Systems Automation Developer
Job Grade G
FLSA Code Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 01555 - UIT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPS
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $100,000 - $124,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Automation Developer to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Ansible for automation, a strong background in IT service management (ITSM) with platforms such as ServiceNow, and a deep understanding of cloud services across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role requires a solid grasp of configuration management within these cloud environments. Experience with Terraform is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
· Design and implement automation solutions using Ansible to streamline IT operations.
· Writes, debugs, and maintains source code using best practices as assigned.
· Collaborates and communicates closely with teams to provide solutions to infrastructure and software engineering tasks.
· Becomes proficient in new technologies in a timely manner as assigned and determined by management and team lead.
· Builds and releases configuration management deployments for Linux, Windows, and other systems as assigned.
· Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments.
· Develop integration between Ansible playbooks, ServiceNow, and Terraform.
· Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP with a focus on configuration management.
· Utilize Terraform to codify cloud resources and ensure efficient deployment and scalability.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver automation strategies.
· Drive continuous improvement by evaluating and adopting new cloud technologies and automation tools.
· Completes assigned duties in a timely manner as determined by management and team lead.
Minimum Qualifications
Require a bachelor’s degree in a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), and 3-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
· Proficient in the following languages: Python, JavaScript, YAML, JSON, and Bash.
· Experience with ServiceNow development and automation with other Low Code/No Code solutions.
· Familiarity with Web Development including React and leveraging APIs.
· Strong knowledge in one or more of the following cloud providers AWS, Azure and GCP.
· Solid understanding of cloud networking concepts including VPC/Vnet, subnets, routing, load balancing, firewalls, and cloud security.
· Experience in enterprise-scale environments, building highly available Solutions within Public and Private Cloud environments.
· Familiarity with IAM (Identity and Access Management) concepts and tools in cloud platforms to ensure secure and controlled access to cloud resources.
· Experience writing and maintaining DevOps and GitOps models with infrastructure-as-code, configuration-as-code, and policy-as-code.
· Experience with CI/CD tools – GitHub, Bitbucket, pipelines, repos, etc.
· Experience with infrastructure automation tools/configuration management like: Ansible, Terraform.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational skills.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work with team.
· Eagerness to actively engage in professional development opportunities such as certifications, workshops, or conferences to enhance skills and knowledge in cloud and other technologies.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
  • This is a hybrid position, and the candidate must be in the Salt Lake City area.
  • Please have sample code available to review for the interview.
Additional Information
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 Pac-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.
University of Utah Benefits

· Health, dental, and wellness coverage

· Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
· Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
· Paid leave time

· Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members

More information: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

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  • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Do you have 3 or more years of related Systems Administrator experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * How did you hear about this position?
    • University of Utah Web Page
    • Internet: search engine, online job board, etc
    • University of Utah employee referral
    • Career Services/Campus Job Fair
    • Community/Government Agency
    • Other/Unknown
  • * How did you hear about this position? Please specify the name of the job board, community, education, government agency, search engine, etc. used to find out about this position.

    (Open Ended Question)


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  • Cover Letter
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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