Systems Administrator

Princeton Theological Seminary seeks a Systems Administrator to provide support and strategic oversight of our IT infrastructure and services. The successful candidate will be a technically skilled, solutions-oriented professional who ensures the reliability, security, and performance of our systems and networks. 

Reporting to the Manager of Enterprise Infrastructure, the Systems Administrator plays a critical role in maintaining core IT services, supporting end users, and leading infrastructure projects that align with institutional goals. This position is an on-campus position with a hybrid work schedule to be discussed with the supervisor and based on business needs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Server Infrastructure Management and Support  60 %

·       Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file/print services 

·       Administer, monitor, and maintain the seminary’s hybrid cloud environment including physical, virtualized, and Cloud hosts and storage arrays   

·       Perform regular system updates, patch management, certificate updates, and backups in accordance with seminary policy and timelines   

·       Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness for enterprise infrastructure and service by performing routine tests of disaster recovery plans 

·       Collaborate with IT leadership to plan and execute upgrades, migrations, and changes within our server environment 

·       Administer cloud-based solutions provided by the seminary as needed, including but not limited to Office 365 email and collaboration services, Zoom, ticketing services, LMS systems 

·       Aid in providing access to Seminary tools and services via directory management and Identity services  

·       Provide Tier 2/3 Troubleshooting for systems and services owned and provided by the Information Technology team  

·       Work with product and support vendors as necessary 

Network Management and Support 25 %

·       Aid in Monitoring, maintaining, and administering the Seminary’s internal and external network connectivity, including all routers, firewalls, switches, and wireless access points 

·       Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity and performance issues as they arise 

·       Work with IT leadership to plan and implement network improvements, upgrades, and or changes to improve the seminary stability, resilience, and availability 

·       Work with vendors and service providers to ensure optimal network performance 

·       Provide Tier 2/3 Troubleshooting assistance for network and connectivity issues

Project Management & Strategic Initiatives  15 %

·       Lead or support IT infrastructure projects, including system upgrades, cloud integrations, and cybersecurity initiatives 

·       Coordinate with various IT teams to ensure timely delivery of solutions and services 

·       Document system configurations, procedures, changes, and project plans 

·       Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements 

·       Expand and update existing documentation for continued and ongoing business continuity efforts 

QUALIFICATIONS CREDENTIALS REQUIRED:

·       Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field 

·       3-5 years of experience in systems administration, with a focus on Windows Server environments, or 5- 7 years of experience in supporting and administering a mixed operating system environment, e.g., Windows and macOS environments. 

·       Strong knowledge of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, Layer 2/3) 

·       Proficiency with PowerShell scripting, automation, and debugging 

·       Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and associated components (e.g. storage arrays, hosts) 

·       Experiencing with Veeam Backup and replication software or comparable products  

·       Experience with administering Microsoft Cloud services such as Office 365, Defender, Identity Management, and Single Sign On services 

·       Excellent problem-solving and communication skills 

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities 

·       Ability to work independently or with a team as needed. 

·       Experience with ticketing services within an ITIL or ITSM environment. 

·       After-hours monitoring of equipment and services is required. Weekly rotating schedule with other team members. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

·       Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Azure Administrator) are preferred but not required 

·       CCNA or CCNP preferred, but not required 

·       Experience with cloud platforms and providers, specifically Azure 

·       Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices, frameworks, and tools 

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift a minimum of 40 LBS and free range of motion. 

• Occasional work in on-site data centers and network closets. 

Salary Range: $74,000 - $80,000