San Diego Community College District
Senior Infrastructure Administrator
🇺🇸 San Diego, CA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $8,942 - $15,477 per Month
💻 Information Technology
🗓️ November 21st, 2025
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Edtech.com's Summary
San Diego Community College District is hiring a Senior Infrastructure Administrator. The role involves performing specialized technical tasks for designing, installing, and maintaining wide area and layer 2-7 networking hardware and software, supporting infrastructure subsystems across all campuses. The position includes leading and coordinating work with District Network Specialists to support administrative, instructional, and contract education environments.
Highlights
- Supports wide area, layer 2-7 networking hardware/software design, installation, and maintenance.
- Leads coordination with District Network Specialists on multiple core infrastructure subsystems.
- Requires proficiency with HP and Dell servers, vCenter, ESXi, Microsoft Server, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Experience with Extreme networking equipment, enterprise wireless infrastructure, and firewall configurations is preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Entra services, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and automation scripting (PowerShell, YAML, Power Automate) is desirable.
- Familiarity with security systems including firewall management, email security platforms, Microsoft Defender, and Security Operations Center.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years of relevant professional IT experience.
- Position is full-time, classified, exempt, and part of the Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association bargaining unit.
- Monthly salary range from $8,942.49 to $15,476.77, with comprehensive benefits including fully employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and CalPERS retirement contributions.
- Supports diverse populations and requires cultural competency in dealing with students, faculty, and classified professionals.
Senior Infrastructure Administrator Full Description
Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.
We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;
- Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
- Cover letter;
- Resume; AND,
- Three (3) professional references listed within the online application.
- Licenses/Certificates/Credentials (Optional).
Posting Details
Posting Details (Default Section)
Closing Date: | 12/03/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Classification Title | Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Working Title | Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Recruitment Limits |
Location | District
Pay Information | Range 8 ($8,942.49 – $15,476.77) per month based on the current Supervisory & Professional Administrators’ Association. New employees will begin on step A ($8,942.49). Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the SPAA – Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association Handbook. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements and Handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE: | 1.0
No. Months: | 12
Position Number: | 00120661
FLSA Status | Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type | Classified
Bargaining Unit | Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association
Range | 8
Department | Information Technology
The Position | Applications are currently being accepted for Senior Infrastructure Administrator in the Information Technology Services department, located at the District Office. Hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.
Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Under the direction of the Manager, Network and PC Services, performs a wide variety of highly specialized technical tasks to support the design, installation, and maintenance of wide area, layer 2-7 networking hardware/software. Positions in this classification provide District-wide support of multiple core infrastructure subsystems that service all campus computing needs including administrative, instructional, and contract education environments. This position may act as a lead and coordinate work with District Network Specialists with a variety of areas of technical expertise.
Classification Description | Click here for description.
If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option.
Desired Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting HP and Dell server infrastructure, vCenter, ESXi, Microsoft Server, including backup solutions and Disaster Recovery. Proficiency in installing and supporting Extreme core, distribution, and access networking equipment, including fabric configurations. Ability to monitor, customize, and analyze network performance metrics. Experience with installing and supporting enterprise wireless infrastructure. Ability to troubleshoot, establish and maintain Enterprise firewall configurations. Proficiency in installing and configuring various network patch cabling, including category 6 UTP copper and both single and multimode fiber with their various connector types. Experience with remote access support including remote access VPN, site-to-site VPN, and VDI. Knowledge of information security systems, including but not limited to email security platforms, Microsoft Defender, Security Operations Center, DLP, and self-learning AI solutions. Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft Entra services, including but not limited to Teams calling, SharePoint, and Office 365. Ability to develop and maintain automation scripts such as MS Graph, PowerShell, YAML, and Power Automate. Proficiency in supporting Microsoft Active Directory in an enterprise environment. Ability to establish and maintain DNS internal and external naming standards, IP assignments including static IP, DHCP scopes, and IP reservations. Experience using an enterprise service desk ticketing system for task and work assignments and ensuring client contact follow-up. Ability to establish and maintain Data Center infrastructure configurations, including following department standards for building and deploying equipment racks, redundant Power Distribution Units utilizing Uninterruptible Power Supplies, and cabling plant organization. Sensitivity and understanding of persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds. Experience supporting and maintaining all components of Mitel systems, including emergency broadcasting, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years or more relevant hands-on professional IT experience.
Foreign Degree: | Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Commitment to Diversity: | All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
Click here for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedures
Special Instructions to Applicants: | To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.
We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History; Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes; Cover letter; Resume; AND, Three (3) professional references listed within the online application. Licenses/Certificates/Credentials (Optional).
Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) | Screening: 12/03/2025-12/05/2025
Interview notifications: 12/09/2025
Interviews to be held on 12/16/2025, In-person
Conditions of Employment: | SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT: Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.
EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.
Additional Information: | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.
* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
* $100,000 group term life insurance
* 25 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 26.81%
Posting Number | CL01852
Open Until Filled | No
Classification Title | Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Working Title | Senior Infrastructure Administrator
Recruitment Limits |
Location | District
Pay Information | Range 8 ($8,942.49 – $15,476.77) per month based on the current Supervisory & Professional Administrators’ Association. New employees will begin on step A ($8,942.49). Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the SPAA – Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association Handbook. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements and Handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE: | 1.0
No. Months: | 12
Position Number: | 00120661
FLSA Status | Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type | Classified
Bargaining Unit | Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association
Range | 8
Department | Information Technology
The Position | Applications are currently being accepted for Senior Infrastructure Administrator in the Information Technology Services department, located at the District Office. Hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.
Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Under the direction of the Manager, Network and PC Services, performs a wide variety of highly specialized technical tasks to support the design, installation, and maintenance of wide area, layer 2-7 networking hardware/software. Positions in this classification provide District-wide support of multiple core infrastructure subsystems that service all campus computing needs including administrative, instructional, and contract education environments. This position may act as a lead and coordinate work with District Network Specialists with a variety of areas of technical expertise.
Classification Description | Click here for description.
If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option.
Desired Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting HP and Dell server infrastructure, vCenter, ESXi, Microsoft Server, including backup solutions and Disaster Recovery. Proficiency in installing and supporting Extreme core, distribution, and access networking equipment, including fabric configurations. Ability to monitor, customize, and analyze network performance metrics. Experience with installing and supporting enterprise wireless infrastructure. Ability to troubleshoot, establish and maintain Enterprise firewall configurations. Proficiency in installing and configuring various network patch cabling, including category 6 UTP copper and both single and multimode fiber with their various connector types. Experience with remote access support including remote access VPN, site-to-site VPN, and VDI. Knowledge of information security systems, including but not limited to email security platforms, Microsoft Defender, Security Operations Center, DLP, and self-learning AI solutions. Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft Entra services, including but not limited to Teams calling, SharePoint, and Office 365. Ability to develop and maintain automation scripts such as MS Graph, PowerShell, YAML, and Power Automate. Proficiency in supporting Microsoft Active Directory in an enterprise environment. Ability to establish and maintain DNS internal and external naming standards, IP assignments including static IP, DHCP scopes, and IP reservations. Experience using an enterprise service desk ticketing system for task and work assignments and ensuring client contact follow-up. Ability to establish and maintain Data Center infrastructure configurations, including following department standards for building and deploying equipment racks, redundant Power Distribution Units utilizing Uninterruptible Power Supplies, and cabling plant organization. Sensitivity and understanding of persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds. Experience supporting and maintaining all components of Mitel systems, including emergency broadcasting, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years or more relevant hands-on professional IT experience.
Foreign Degree: | Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Commitment to Diversity: | All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
Click here for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedures
Special Instructions to Applicants: | To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.
We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History; Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes; Cover letter; Resume; AND, Three (3) professional references listed within the online application. Licenses/Certificates/Credentials (Optional).
Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) | Screening: 12/03/2025-12/05/2025
Interview notifications: 12/09/2025
Interviews to be held on 12/16/2025, In-person
Conditions of Employment: | SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT: Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.
EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.
Additional Information: | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.
* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
* $100,000 group term life insurance
* 25 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 26.81%
Posting Number | CL01852
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)
- Yes
- No
- * I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.
- Yes
- No
- * We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.
- Yes
- No
- * Do you meet the preferred qualifications for this position?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you meet the education and experience listed for this position?
- Yes
- No
- * This specific position is required to be onsite, however, remote opportunities may be considered on a case by case basis. Are you available to be onsite every day?
- Yes
- No
- * Describe the size of the network and the types of equipment on the network that you were responsible for.
(Open Ended Question) - * Explain your experience with network architecture design, deployment, and maintenance. (250 word limit)
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience in implementing and/or supporting MS Azure and M365 services.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience with VMware or other virtualization technologies, including, storage systems, and backup administration.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience installing, configuring and maintaining thick and thin Wireless Access Points (WAPs) and thin client Wireless Controllers.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience working with information security systems including but not limited to enterprise firewalls, 802.1x authentication, security operations center, endpoint security and other security platforms.
(Open Ended Question) - * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.
(Open Ended Question)
Required & Optional Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Résumé
Optional Documents
- Licenses/Certificates/Credentials
San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite, San Diego, CA 92108-3883
(619) 388-6579 | jobs@sdccd.edu
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