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Systems Administrator

🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K - $90K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ February 20th, 2026
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University of Utah is hiring a Systems Administrator III. The role involves managing and supporting UIT Voice server infrastructure and multiple administrative IT areas. The position requires performing system hardware and software management, network troubleshooting, end-user support for Mac and Microsoft operating systems, data security, and applying automation tools primarily focused on Linux and Microsoft server systems with an on-site presence.

Highlights

  • Install, configure, and manage Linux and Microsoft systems, automate patching and updates.

  • Monitor system performance, analyze logs, and conduct complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

  • Implement security measures such as firewalls, user access controls, and conduct security audits.

  • Support end users on Microsoft and Mac OS, manage deployments using tools like Jamf, SCCM, and Tanium.

  • Perform planning, designing, and evaluation of IT tools supporting voice system servers and applications.

  • Provide on-call support including after-hours, weekends, and holidays; requires physical capability to lift equipment.

  • Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of related experience or Master’s plus 4 years; equivalency for education with work experience recognized.

  • Preferred experience includes 10 years in computer support, advanced RedHat/CentOS Linux expertise, voice systems, ITIL Foundations certification, and security certifications like RHCSA.

  • Department: UIT Infrastructure & Operations; reported pay range: $75,000-$90,000 per year.

  • University of Utah offers comprehensive benefits including health and dental coverage, retirement contributions, paid leave, tuition reduction, and professional development opportunities.

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Announcement
Details
Open Date 02/18/2026
Requisition Number PRN44276B
Job Title Systems Administrator
Working Title Systems Administrator III
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P3 - Career
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
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with on call responsibilities for after hours, weekend, holidays, etc.
VP Area President
Department 01555 - UIT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPS
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $75,000-$90000 per year
Close Date 05/18/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
University Information Technology is looking for a Systems Administrator III to join a high-performing team of IT professionals. This position is part of a team which supports multiple administrative areas as well as UIT Voice server infrastructure and systems.

The successful candidate will perform duties across multiple areas of information technology, including computer hardware, server software, networking, end-user support for Mac and Microsoft operating systems, data security, and related IT infrastructure functions, with a focus on Voice systems including Linux and Microsoft server systems and their application support.

This is an ON-SITE position.
Responsibilities
Systems Administrator III

·Install, configure and manage systems and automate Linux and Microsoft patching and updates.
·Proactively monitor system performance, analyze logs, and perform complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hardware, software, and network issues.
·Implement and maintain robust security measures, including host firewalls, user access controls, and regular security audits, to protect sensitive data and comply with state and university standards.
·Respond to user requests for system support and upgrades.
·Manage, configure, troubleshoot, identify and resolve end user systems for both Microsoft and Mac operating systems
·Perform administrative tasks and deployment processes using automation with scripting, MDMs and configuration management tools (Jamf, SCCM,Tanium, etc).
·Conduct analysis, including planning, designing, and evaluating a variety of information technology tools including for the support of end users and voice system servers and applications.
·Must travel around campus for support and equipment transport.
·After hours work on servers and on-call rotation
·Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Environment: Will require lifting, bending, and repetitive desk work such as typing, and long-term sitting.
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking bending, reaching overhead, lifting and carrying equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Systems Administrator, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
· 10 years of computer support related experience
· Advanced experience building, securing and supporting RedHat and CentOS Linux systems
· Voice systems experience
· ITIL Foundations certification
· Microsoft Windows and Mac OS troubleshooting experience
· Automated Device Management experience
· Security foundations certification
· RHCSA

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 BIG-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.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including:

For more information regarding how our salary and benefit offerings impact the overall compensation here at the University of Utah, please see our Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.hr.utah.edu/comp/totalcomp.php
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. 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.
 
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX (OEO). 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/ 
 
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is your highest level of completed education?
    • None
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Associate Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • Doctorate Degree
  2. * How many years of related work experience do you have?
    • Less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
    • 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
    • 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
    • 15 years or more
  3. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. This is a local on-site position in the Salt Lake City, UT area. Are you local to the Utah area?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. Do you have the ability to lift 50 lbs.?
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

 

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