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Windows and Personal Computing Administrator, Specialist
Chicago, IL

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Department23320 Social Sci Computing Services

About the UnitSocial Sciences Computing Services seeks a highly qualified Senior Windows Administrator Specialist to design, install, and oversee the administration of Windows and Macintosh personal computing systems within the Social Science Division. This individual provides in-depth knowledge of internal and external University systems and issues, to improve services. This individual works independently and with minimal guidance to resolve complex issues, improve existing operations and issues, and acts as a resource for colleagues. Responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of new and existing applications, systems architecture, and network infrastructure. Ensures operation and security of all servers and networks. Configures, installs, maintains and upgrades applications and hardware for the organization's infrastructure and for end-user devices.

Job FamilyInformation Technology

Responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of new and existing applications, systems architecture, and network infrastructure. Ensures operation and security of all servers and networks. Configures, installs, maintains and upgrades applications and hardware for the organization's infrastructure and for end-user devices.

Career Track and Job LevelSystems Administration

Provides hands-on maintenance for production servers. Installs, configures, and maintains operating systems and utility software, using best practices and professional standards. Recommends, installs, and maintains appropriate levels of hardware and software firewalls associated with specific server implementations. Designs, scales, and builds automated approaches across all stages of infrastructure development. Continually improves automation of services, monitoring, alerting services, and resiliency. Provides tooling to all of development, operations and infrastructure, patch and maintain Windows and Linux servers. Actively participates in the design and development of products and projects.

P3: Requires in-depth knowledge and experience. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external University issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Role ImpactIndividual Contributor

ResponsibilitiesThe job designs automated, scalable, and rapidly deployable solutions to infrastructure development and server configuration. Works independently to install, configure, and maintain operating systems. Uses best practices and systems knowledge to monitor and alert systems, utility software, and firewalls. Guides maintenance for production servers as well as Windows and Linux servers.

1) Configures, installs, upgrades, and maintains server applications and hardware. Works to safeguard the integrity of computer software. Implements operating system enhancements to improve the reliability and performance of the system., 2) Administers operating systems, maintains security, and implements backup procedures for the organization's information systems and peripheral equipment, such as servers, desktops, printers, and storage devices., 3) Plans and installs necessary patches and upgrades for servers and their associated storage, network, communications, and peripheral sub-systems. Installs and maintains an appropriate level of intrusion detection, monitoring, and auditing software as required., 4) Tracks compliance and maintains documentation for hardware, software, and service inventories for management reports., 5) Performs other related work as needed.

Unit-specific Responsibilities

1) Maintain integrity of the departmental computing resources and the University environment, including computer and network security, data integrity, backdrop procedures, and disaster recovery plans

2) Install, configure, and maintain workstations, servers, and desktop computers and their associated peripheral subsystems as directed by users, and the Director of Computing Services.This includes Microsoft Windows servers and personal computer systems, and Mac

3) Support systems responsible for the Division's business administration and inventory management.

4) Implement upgrades and enhancements of operating system software, application software, and information resources on the network as required

5) Provide advice and consultation on all information technology issues including computer purchasing decisions, technology advice for grant preparation, and interaction with software and hardware vendors as required

6) Provides desktop support and limited server support to IMB

7) Provides clear communication to both the SSCS Server Group and the SSCS Desktop Support team regarding troubleshooting, policy and best-practices

8) Maintains and tracks data user agreements

Unit-preferred Competencies

1) Considerable proficiency in desktop computer software use in both Windows and Macintosh environments

2) Knowledge of backup technology and other monitoring and automated systems management technologies

3) Knowledge of system administration issues in a large and complex client server environment

4) Technical knowledge of current software protocols and internet standards

5) Outstanding deductive and investigative skills to identify and diagnose complex, non-intuitive technical problems

6) Integrity and credibility to work with sensitive data

Working Conditions

1) Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch in confined spaces

2) Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds

Education, Experience, and CertificationsMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

1) Bachelor's degree

Experience

1) 3-5 years of work experience, preferably in a higher education setting

Technical Knowledge, Skills or Certifications

1) Client and web server administration experience

Required Documents

1) Resume

2) Cover letter

3) References

NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application

FLSA StatusExempt

Pay FrequencyMonthly

Pay GradeDepends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5

Benefits EligibleYes

Drug Test RequiredNo

Health Screen RequiredNo

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo

Posting Date2019-05-16-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before2019-11-16-08:00

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

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