University of South Carolina
IT Systems Admin.
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $49K - $55K
💻 Information Technology
🗓️ September 26th, 2025
Python
Unix
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an IT Systems Administrator. The role requires managing and maintaining IT systems for academic, research, and administrative operations while providing technical support and training users. The position also involves ensuring compliance with security standards and supervising student technicians to support the college's computing missions.
Highlights
- Oversee design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and system software.
- Provide technical support, training, and consultation for faculty, staff, and students.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, university IT policies, and security standards.
- Lead, train, and supervise student technicians.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Linux/UNIX, macOS, and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and shell scripting.
- Experience managing IT operations including purchasing, software licensing, and secure computing environments.
- Starting salary range of $49,396 to $55,000 annually.
- Requires technical school accreditation or skilled trades program completion plus 2+ years of related experience or equivalent combination.
- Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in IT or related field and 4 years of relevant systems management experience, preferably in higher education.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students within the Division of Information Technology and IT Network Services department.
IT Systems Admin. Full Description
IT Systems Admin.
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by October 2, 2025.
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Posting Number | STA00779PO25
Job Family | Information Technology
Job Function | IT Product Support
USC Market Title | IT Customer/Product Support Tech
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133306
Job Level | T2 - Technical Support
Business Title (Internal Title) | IT Systems Admin.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Information Technology
Department | IT Network Services
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $49,396
Advertised Salary Range | $49,396-$55,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Information Technology
Posting Number | STA00779PO25
Job Family | Information Technology
Job Function | IT Product Support
USC Market Title | IT Customer/Product Support Tech
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133306
Job Level | T2 - Technical Support
Business Title (Internal Title) | IT Systems Admin.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Information Technology
Department | IT Network Services
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $49,396
Advertised Salary Range | $49,396-$55,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Information Technology
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | IT Systems Administrators serve as the backbone of the College’s academic, research, and administrative computing environment, ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient technology operations. This role blends hands-on technical expertise in system design, installation, troubleshooting, and secure computing with strong customer service, training, and supervision of student technicians. Acting as both a problem-solver and proactive partner, the administrator will engage with faculty, staff, and students to anticipate evolving IT needs, implement best practices, and recommend innovative solutions—all while upholding the highest standards of security, reliability, and professionalism.
The IT systems Administrator will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical technology systems supporting the College’s academic, research, and administrative missions. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, overseeing secure and reliable computing environments while managing hardware/software lifecycles, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university standards. The IT Manager will collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and students to deliver exceptional support, identify opportunities for innovation, and supervise student technicians to foster a responsive, service-oriented IT culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and maintain IT systems supporting academic, research, and administrative operations, including hardware, software, backups, and secure computing environments.
Provide technical support and solutions by troubleshooting issues, training users, and partnering with faculty, staff, and students to anticipate and meet evolving technology needs.
Ensure compliance and security by adhering to federal, state, university, and college IT policies, standards, and regulations.
Lead and mentor student technicians, managing their training, workload, and performance while fostering a culture of professionalism and service.
What We’re Looking For :
Strong knowledge of Microsoft operating systems with experience in Linux/UNIX and macOS, plus familiarity with scripting (Python, PowerShell, shell scripting, etc.).
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, communicate effectively with diverse users, and provide excellent customer service.
Experience managing IT operations, purchasing, software licensing, and secure computing environments.
Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications to support secure research environments.
Leadership skills with the ability to train, supervise, and mentor students while adapting to rapidly changing technologies.
Why Join Us :
Play a key role in advancing the College’s academic, research, and outreach mission through innovative and secure IT solutions.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and campus partners in a supportive, service-oriented environment.
Lead and mentor student technicians, contributing to both their professional growth and the success of the College’s IT operations.
Enjoy opportunities for ongoing training, certification, and professional development to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Perks of the University of South Carolina:
Downtown COLA Location: Enjoy working in the heart of Columbia, SC, with easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events. Energetic Leadership: Thrive under the guidance of an energetic and innovative leadership team dedicated to transforming IT at USC, making your role impactful and exciting. Tuition assistance program (up to 16 credit hours per year) and dependent/spouse education benefits Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage for employees and their families.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems or related field, or an applicableskilled trades program, or equivalent experience; and four years of experience incomputer systems development, management, and modifications; computer lab management, or equivalent. Experience working with student IT staff, IT operations, and IT project management preferred. Prefer higher education IT experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of Microsoft server and desktop operating systems on a variety of computers, as well as some experience with other operating systems such as, but not limited to Linux/UNIX variants and Macintosh OS. Experience with backup hardware and software and skills in programming or scripting languages using one or more of the following: Python, UNIX shell scripting, Microsoft PowerShell scripting, or Windows CLI scripting. Strong written and verbal communications. Ability to present summary and detailed data to various audiences, and to write comprehensive reports and keep detailed records. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with users, vendors, and other employees. Ability to manage IT purchasing and renew software licensing before expiration. Employee must be able to self-train and maintain pace with rapidly changing technology as required.
The IT systems Administrator will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical technology systems supporting the College’s academic, research, and administrative missions. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, overseeing secure and reliable computing environments while managing hardware/software lifecycles, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university standards. The IT Manager will collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and students to deliver exceptional support, identify opportunities for innovation, and supervise student technicians to foster a responsive, service-oriented IT culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and maintain IT systems supporting academic, research, and administrative operations, including hardware, software, backups, and secure computing environments.
Provide technical support and solutions by troubleshooting issues, training users, and partnering with faculty, staff, and students to anticipate and meet evolving technology needs.
Ensure compliance and security by adhering to federal, state, university, and college IT policies, standards, and regulations.
Lead and mentor student technicians, managing their training, workload, and performance while fostering a culture of professionalism and service.
What We’re Looking For :
Strong knowledge of Microsoft operating systems with experience in Linux/UNIX and macOS, plus familiarity with scripting (Python, PowerShell, shell scripting, etc.).
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, communicate effectively with diverse users, and provide excellent customer service.
Experience managing IT operations, purchasing, software licensing, and secure computing environments.
Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications to support secure research environments.
Leadership skills with the ability to train, supervise, and mentor students while adapting to rapidly changing technologies.
Why Join Us :
Play a key role in advancing the College’s academic, research, and outreach mission through innovative and secure IT solutions.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and campus partners in a supportive, service-oriented environment.
Lead and mentor student technicians, contributing to both their professional growth and the success of the College’s IT operations.
Enjoy opportunities for ongoing training, certification, and professional development to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Perks of the University of South Carolina:
Downtown COLA Location: Enjoy working in the heart of Columbia, SC, with easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events. Energetic Leadership: Thrive under the guidance of an energetic and innovative leadership team dedicated to transforming IT at USC, making your role impactful and exciting. Tuition assistance program (up to 16 credit hours per year) and dependent/spouse education benefits Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage for employees and their families.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems or related field, or an applicableskilled trades program, or equivalent experience; and four years of experience incomputer systems development, management, and modifications; computer lab management, or equivalent. Experience working with student IT staff, IT operations, and IT project management preferred. Prefer higher education IT experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of Microsoft server and desktop operating systems on a variety of computers, as well as some experience with other operating systems such as, but not limited to Linux/UNIX variants and Macintosh OS. Experience with backup hardware and software and skills in programming or scripting languages using one or more of the following: Python, UNIX shell scripting, Microsoft PowerShell scripting, or Windows CLI scripting. Strong written and verbal communications. Ability to present summary and detailed data to various audiences, and to write comprehensive reports and keep detailed records. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with users, vendors, and other employees. Ability to manage IT purchasing and renew software licensing before expiration. Employee must be able to self-train and maintain pace with rapidly changing technology as required.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Design, install, configure, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and upgrade hardware and system software configurations in support of CEC departmental administrative, academic, and research missions. Manage hardware and software lifecycles; negotiate pricing and purchasing. Manage, troubleshoot, and verify user workstation backups and network services to user workstations. Comply with all pertinent information security requirements and standards as mandated by federal and state laws and regulations, as well as University and College policies and procedures. Comply with all pertinent information security requirements and standards as mandated by federal and state laws and regulations, as well as University and College policies and procedures. Failure in compliance will result in failing this job duty.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Proactively partner with faculty, staff, and students to further university goals by providing technical assistance, troubleshooting, training, and consulting related to information technology services and resources. Assist users with issues and seek solutions to solve users’ technology needs. Build and manage positive relationships with faculty, staff, and students to best understand their diverse technology needs and implement information technology best practices that fit the current and future anticipated needs. Develop trust by being knowledgeable, dependable, and responsive. Observe and analyze business processes and advise where additions or changes to technology may provide increased efficiency, accuracy, or otherwise provide value or improve the existing process. Comply with all pertinent information security requirements and standards as mandated by federal and state laws and regulations, as well as University and College policies and procedures. Failure in compliance will result in failing this job duty.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Use the enterprise IT ticket system to manage workload. Coordinate with other staff as needed to complete goals. Train and supervise student employees. Clearly communicate task steps and goals. Monitor task progress. Regularly provide updates on progress to supported users. Note and update tickets in enterprise IT ticket system to keep all staff informed of work in progress. Maintain physical space, tools, and equipment in IT offices to a reasonable standard of neatness and efficiency. Create and maintain related documentation, inventories, standard operating procedures, and training documents.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Manage computers and computing resources in secure research environments. Understand the required regulatory frameworks for secure computing. Complete required trainings for secure computing. Assist faculty, staff, students, and researchers, manage, deploy and troubleshoot computer and computing resources issues in compliance with secure research needs and regulations.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Obtain and maintain job training and certifications as required by job responsibilities.Self-train and maintain pace with rapidly changing technology as required. Participate incommunities of practice.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Perform additional duties as required.
Essential Function | No
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Proactively partner with faculty, staff, and students to further university goals by providing technical assistance, troubleshooting, training, and consulting related to information technology services and resources. Assist users with issues and seek solutions to solve users’ technology needs. Build and manage positive relationships with faculty, staff, and students to best understand their diverse technology needs and implement information technology best practices that fit the current and future anticipated needs. Develop trust by being knowledgeable, dependable, and responsive. Observe and analyze business processes and advise where additions or changes to technology may provide increased efficiency, accuracy, or otherwise provide value or improve the existing process. Comply with all pertinent information security requirements and standards as mandated by federal and state laws and regulations, as well as University and College policies and procedures. Failure in compliance will result in failing this job duty.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Use the enterprise IT ticket system to manage workload. Coordinate with other staff as needed to complete goals. Train and supervise student employees. Clearly communicate task steps and goals. Monitor task progress. Regularly provide updates on progress to supported users. Note and update tickets in enterprise IT ticket system to keep all staff informed of work in progress. Maintain physical space, tools, and equipment in IT offices to a reasonable standard of neatness and efficiency. Create and maintain related documentation, inventories, standard operating procedures, and training documents.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Manage computers and computing resources in secure research environments. Understand the required regulatory frameworks for secure computing. Complete required trainings for secure computing. Assist faculty, staff, students, and researchers, manage, deploy and troubleshoot computer and computing resources issues in compliance with secure research needs and regulations.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Obtain and maintain job training and certifications as required by job responsibilities.Self-train and maintain pace with rapidly changing technology as required. Participate incommunities of practice.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Perform additional duties as required.
Essential Function | No
Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date | 11/17/2025
Job Open Date | 09/25/2025
Job Close Date | 10/02/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by October 2, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195412
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date | 11/17/2025
Job Open Date | 09/25/2025
Job Close Date | 10/02/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by October 2, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195412
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
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