What are the responsibilities and job description for the Windows and Unix System Administrator- Controlled Space Enterprise position at The University of Texas at El Paso?
Position Information
Hiring Department: Controlled Space Enterprise
Reports To: Director of Controlled Space Enterprise
Job Location: On-Site, El Paso, TX
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday - Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Required Application Materials
Position Summary
Summary: The Windows and Unix System Administrator with Controlled Space Enterprise will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of system components, operating systems, software, and applications. This role includes preparing system documentation, developing standards, and providing user education.
Pre-hire Contingencies Upon Conditional Offer Of Employment
U.S. Citizenship: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, job offer will be contingent on selected applicant applying for access to classified information within 45 days of job offer and receiving at least interim access to classified information within 90 days of the application being submitted or based on USG processing time. Eligibility for access must continue without interruption during employment in this position. Failure to maintain required security clearance during employment will be subject to immediate termination. If any of the aforementioned conditions cannot be met or maintained within the first 179 days of employment employee is subject to termination under the 180-probation period.
Statement Of Duties And Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, maintain, and support hardware across both Windows and Linux operating systems on servers and workstations.
Maintain third-party administrative software (e.g., anti-virus, software inventory, and performance monitoring tools).
Administer system services including Active Directory, DNS, SSSD, Samba, and NFS file serving capabilities in a heterogeneous network.
Participate in Windows and Linux patching activities to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
Support security compliance by conducting compliance (SCAP) and vulnerability (Nessus) scans, applying STIGs, and other related tasks to enhance security posture.
Deploy, maintain, and configure client operating system images and system encryption solutions.
Troubleshoot, develop, and implement new solutions to meet the evolving demands of systems or networks.
Perform Government System (DoDIN) support and management as needed.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.
Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required.
Occasional intrastate/interstate travel for project support.
Other duties as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications
Security Requirements: Compliance with DoD 8140.01 IAT/IAM Level II or higher certification requirements is mandatory.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field; in lieu of a degree, four (4) years of relevant professional experience can be considered
and
Minimum Experience: Three (3) years of system administration experience
Must hold a DoD 8140.01 approved certification to satisfy an IAT Level II position.
Proven experience working with both Windows and Unix based environments.
Solid understanding of Microsoft domain concepts including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.
Working knowledge of switches, virtualization, and system services.
Ability to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities to enhance the security posture
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of system administration experience with at least one year of database administration experience.
Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
Knowledge of data encryption and secure data management.
Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark).
Experience with vulnerability/compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, SCAP).
Experience implementing STIG/SRG compliance configurations.
Experience deploying and supporting DoD secured networks.
Familiarity with Risk Management Framework.
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP ) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan . Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.
What UTEP Offers
Miner Perks and Benefits
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu , or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu .
Hiring Department: Controlled Space Enterprise
Reports To: Director of Controlled Space Enterprise
Job Location: On-Site, El Paso, TX
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday - Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Required Application Materials
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of three references
Position Summary
Summary: The Windows and Unix System Administrator with Controlled Space Enterprise will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of system components, operating systems, software, and applications. This role includes preparing system documentation, developing standards, and providing user education.
Pre-hire Contingencies Upon Conditional Offer Of Employment
U.S. Citizenship: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, job offer will be contingent on selected applicant applying for access to classified information within 45 days of job offer and receiving at least interim access to classified information within 90 days of the application being submitted or based on USG processing time. Eligibility for access must continue without interruption during employment in this position. Failure to maintain required security clearance during employment will be subject to immediate termination. If any of the aforementioned conditions cannot be met or maintained within the first 179 days of employment employee is subject to termination under the 180-probation period.
Statement Of Duties And Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, maintain, and support hardware across both Windows and Linux operating systems on servers and workstations.
Maintain third-party administrative software (e.g., anti-virus, software inventory, and performance monitoring tools).
Administer system services including Active Directory, DNS, SSSD, Samba, and NFS file serving capabilities in a heterogeneous network.
Participate in Windows and Linux patching activities to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
Support security compliance by conducting compliance (SCAP) and vulnerability (Nessus) scans, applying STIGs, and other related tasks to enhance security posture.
Deploy, maintain, and configure client operating system images and system encryption solutions.
Troubleshoot, develop, and implement new solutions to meet the evolving demands of systems or networks.
Perform Government System (DoDIN) support and management as needed.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.
Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required.
Occasional intrastate/interstate travel for project support.
Other duties as assigned by the Information Systems Security Manager.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications
Security Requirements: Compliance with DoD 8140.01 IAT/IAM Level II or higher certification requirements is mandatory.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field; in lieu of a degree, four (4) years of relevant professional experience can be considered
and
Minimum Experience: Three (3) years of system administration experience
Must hold a DoD 8140.01 approved certification to satisfy an IAT Level II position.
Proven experience working with both Windows and Unix based environments.
Solid understanding of Microsoft domain concepts including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.
Working knowledge of switches, virtualization, and system services.
Ability to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities to enhance the security posture
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of system administration experience with at least one year of database administration experience.
Proficiency with Linux shell commands and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
Knowledge of data encryption and secure data management.
Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark).
Experience with vulnerability/compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, SCAP).
Experience implementing STIG/SRG compliance configurations.
Experience deploying and supporting DoD secured networks.
Familiarity with Risk Management Framework.
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP ) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan . Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.
What UTEP Offers
Miner Perks and Benefits
- Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
- Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
- Retirement Programs
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts & Perks
- Employee Education Assistance program
- And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code
- 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu , or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu .