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Stevenson University

Systems Administrator

🇺🇸 Owings Mills, MD

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $70K - $80K

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ November 12th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Stevenson University is hiring a Systems Administrator. The role involves implementing, maintaining, optimizing, and upgrading critical university servers and IT systems while serving as the lead for enterprise storage area network and supporting key services with availability for emergency response.

Highlights
  • Implement, configure, and troubleshoot Windows Server editions 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
  • Manage Microsoft Active Directory in a multi-site environment, including security, Azure AD, and group policies.
  • Lead responsibility for university enterprise storage area network (SAN) and related technologies like RAID and iSCSI.
  • Provide support for Microsoft SQL Server and remote access application delivery platforms.
  • Experience with PowerShell scripting, VMware vSphere, SSL certificates, IIS, and enterprise backup technologies.
  • Proficient in enterprise security best practices and multi-tier application deployments.
  • Must hold a bachelor’s degree and at least three years in IT with two years of Windows server administration experience; industry certifications (Microsoft, Cisco) are a plus.
  • Ability to work outside standard hours and travel between campuses; valid driver’s license required.
  • Salary range anticipated between $70,000 and $80,000 with biweekly payroll and comprehensive benefits.
  • Reports to the Director of Network & Infrastructure and supports critical systems on a 24/7 on-call rotational basis.

Systems Administrator Full Description

Systems Administrator
 Position Description 
Posting Number  | 201201478P
Position Title  | Systems Administrator
Department  | Information Technology

Position Summary  | The Systems Administrator will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, optimizing, and upgrading several critical University servers and IT assets. This position will serve in a primary role to several critical services, and as such must be willing to adhere to occasional non-standard work hours and be able to respond to emergency outages.

Education/Experience  | Bachelor’s degree plus three years of Information Technology experience in a large complex organization with two years of experience providing Microsoft Windows server systems administration support as part of an Information Technology department in a complex multi-server, multi-site environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Active industry certifications from major vendors such as Microsoft or Cisco are a plus.Valid driver license with good driving record: must be insurable. Must be able to drive periodically between physical campus sites.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability  | Proficient with Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019,2022 2 – 3 Years managing and troubleshooting Microsoft Active Directory Including: o Multi-Site Environmento Active Directory Securityo Azure Active Directoryo Creating, applying, and managing Group Policy Objectso Account provisioning which includes and is not limited to users, groups, and workstations Experience with VMware vSphere or equivalent is a plus Experience with issue tracking/ticketing system Proficient with maintaining SSL Certificates and IISProficient with Enterprise Security Best Practices Proficient with Enterprise Backup Technologies Proficient with User Account Single Sign-On Integrations Proficient with Multi-tiered Application Architectures and Deployments Proficient with RAID; Storage Area Network (SAN) technologies, including iSCSI and Fiber Channel, is a plus. Proficient with server virtualization technologies, principles and strategies. Proficient with writing and maintaining Technical Documentation and User Guides 2 – 3 Years experience with PowerShell Scripting Ability to identify and adapt to skills including client support, training, resource and project management, administration and systems integration. Experience with Microsoft O365, Microsoft Cloud App Security are a plus Experience with multi-site, multi-data center architecture is a plus Familiarity with network switching, VLAN, and routing fundamentals Experience with formal change management control. Ability to troubleshoot and understand desktop support at a CompTIA A+ level is expected. A+ certification or introductory Microsoft certification is a plus A practical level of experience implementing and administrating common TCP/IP-based services, including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, etc. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Ability to travel between campuses.

Physical Requirements  | Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent Reaching, Standing, Walking, Keyboarding, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, and Hearing. Periodic Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, and Repetitive Motions. Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection). Frequently subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside. Periodically subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level. Periodically subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Periodically subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Periodically required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

Essential Functions  | Serve as a Systems Administrator and be the lead to the Storage Attach Network equipment Serve as the team lead in charge of the University’s enterprise storage area network. Install, configure, support and troubleshoot Windows server OS, including Server 2012, 2016, 2019 and 2022 Install, configure, support and troubleshoot MS SQL Server. Maintain, upgrade, and optimize University remote access application delivery platforms Assist with managing campus Active Directory and User Account Lifecycle Identify, research, and propose new technologies, services, and/or products to enhance the functionality, and/or cost effectiveness of the University’s network infrastructure. Maintain other systems and services as needed. Maintain and improve the University’s enterprise systems to provide maximum performance and reliability. Collaborate with OIT staff on projects and initiatives. Provide support for critical systems 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when on-call on a rotational basis. Work independently and perform the highest quality work in support of critical applications.

Reports To  | Director, Network & Infrastructure
Quick Link for Posting  | https://stevenson.peopleadmin.com/postings/10766
 Posting Information 
Number of Available Positions  | 1
Work Location  | Owings Mills
Position Category  | Staff
Position Type  | Full-Time
Months/Year  | 12
Hrs/Week  | 40
Hrs/Year  | 2080
If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date  |
Ending Date  |
FLSA  | Exempt
Payroll  | Biweekly
Hiring Salary Range  | Anticipated to be $70,000 - $80,000
Benefits  | https://www.stevenson.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Recruitment Instructions  | Open to All Applicants
Posting Date  | 11/11/2025
Closing Date/Application Deadline  |
Open Until Filled  | No
EEO Statement  | EOE/AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
  1. Letters of Recommendation 1
  2. Letters of Recommendation 2
  3. Letters of Recommendation 3
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