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Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux) - College of Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 15, 2026
Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux) - College of Medicine Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux) - College of Medicine Hiring Department: College of Medicine Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039679 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday / 8:30AM -5PM Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: 03/20/2026 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $50,446.50 - 70,000.00 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary: UIC's College of Medicine is seeking a Windows/Linux Systems Administrator to join their team. The Systems Administrator will provide technical expertise and support for systems and equipment configurations. They will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of systems and hardware and software components, helping in the development and assessment of hardware and software components, recommending optimum equipment and software configurations, and providing technical guidance with regard to proper data processing methods, performance standards, security measures, and systems analysis. The Systems Administrator will identify, research, and resolve technical problems. Respond to staff requests for technical support. Document, track, and monitor problems to ensure resolution. Support applications on the network; trouble shoot data communication, connectivity, and other issues. Also help technical staff in troubleshooting operating problems. Duties & Responsibilities: Package, test, maintain and deploy Windows, CENTOS, and RedHat operating system images and patches. Troubleshoot and resolve operating system deployment issues. Repackage, evaluate, maintain and deploy software packages and upgrades. Troubleshoot and resolve software deployment-related issues. Responsible for overall functionality and operability of end-user systems and applications. Assist in the management of institution-owned mobile devices and apps. Ensure system and software configurations adhere to set policies and procedures. Analyze and resolve problems related to hardware, software, and applications to ensure scalability and appropriate integration with existing systems. Interface with server administrators and support staff to ensure implemented solutions conform to policies and procedures set by federal, state, University and campus governing entities. Assist with buy/build decisions. Research and provide hardware and/or software recommendations to meet needs. Troubleshoot and develop technical solutions related to software and configuration errors for field engineers, technicians, and customers. Coordinate with other University, Campus, and College entities to collaborate and/or leverage new or existing University-, campus- or college-level technologies and systems. Create, maintain, and deploy Linux system images using our VMware environment. Serve as liaison between COMIR Infrastructure and COMIR Support to ensure end-user requests and upper-management's requirements are in sync. Provide Level 3 support for College of Medicine's Organizational Unit within Technology Solution's Active Directory environment and COM Informational Resources' Active Directory environment. Assists with the implementation of systems and infrastructure to maintain and/or expand COMIR's service offerings. Assists with Backup and Recovery solutions. Ensure that COMIR technicians have the appropriate access needed to perform their duties. Develop and Document processes and procedures related to system management and implementation. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of study Minimum 5 years of professional IT experience within System Administration & Operations which includes demonstrated experience in configuration, installation, maintenance, backup / recovery and upgrading multi-user computer systems hardware and software as well as establishing/managing user accounts. Demonstrated experience with Windows & Linux Systems Administration & Operations. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19116?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e0e32ef4f11395489056e9ab15e20adc