The University of Texas at Austin
Systems Administrator I
Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details General Notes: This is a part‑time benefits eligible position (20 hours per week) or a full‑time position (40 hours per week).
Purpose: Provide technical support for the High‑Resolution X‑ray Computed Tomography Facility at The University of Texas at Austin (UTCT).
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain servers: planning, setup, and maintenance of CT lab’s onsite Windows Servers and connections to Campus Active Directory, hardware, software, and firmware updates; floating software license server maintenance; user account creation and management; setting security policy, firewalls, and intrusion detection; raid arrays for bulk data storage; and periodic security audits.
Manage and maintain workstations: hardware and software maintenance of IP lab, conference room, Digital Methods Classroom, staff desktops and laptops; license management; security controls; AD integration; remote access; user accounts; projection systems, video conference equipment; lab printers, document scanners, and digital camera equipment; user training and instruction; pre‑purchase advising about GPUs and workstations.
Manage and maintain web/cloud resources: setup and maintenance of UT Datacenter virtual machines for the CT lab website and Digimorph.org; administration and daily use of cloud‑based bulk storage and data distribution.
Manage and maintain networking: design, setup, and maintenance of network infrastructure; security controls; running cables and telecom‑room operation; switches, routers, and NICs; IP address allocation and database management; DNS setup and maintenance.
Assist maintenance of X‑ray equipment (full‑time only): hardware and software maintenance of data acquisition and reconstruction systems, security controls, remote access, local raid arrays; diagnostics and maintenance of NSI X‑ray generators and associated racks of electronics equipment; daily conditioning of all X‑ray sources.
Manage and maintain backups and archiving: hardware and software maintenance of local Rapid‑Recovery backup system and associated raid arrays; setup and maintenance of offsite data backups (e.g., TACC, UTBOX, external hard drives); use of online repositories such as the Texas Data Repository for long‑term data and metadata preservation.
Required Qualifications Comprehensive knowledge of system administration, exhibited by appropriate training and two or more years professional experience with MS Windows installation and administration. Knowledge and experience installing and maintaining web servers and associated software (Apache). Familiarity with concepts such as RAID, LPAR, hardware diagnostics, backups, replication, and failure‑recovery procedures. Knowledge and experience managing LANs and familiarity with graphics‑ and memory‑intensive computing. Ability to independently identify, architect and implement solutions to bring lab servers and workstations up‑to‑date and to ensure they are easily sustainable. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, in a team‑oriented environment.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated expertise and experience with enterprise client system administration and application deployment solutions (e.g., Active Directory, MS GPO, SCCM, Absolute Manage); system imaging and migration solutions (e.g., WDS, USMT). Experience administering Mac OS X and Linux operating systems. Programming experience including shell scripting, Bash, Windows PowerShell, Perl, Python, C/C++, IDL, Java, PHP, HTML. Understanding of database systems, SQL, and JBoss. Familiarity with technical software used by lab operations (IDL, Avizo, VG Studio Max, ImageJ, etc.). Experience with X‑ray scanning equipment or in a scientific lab environment. Skilled at training technical staff.
Salary Range $66,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 Work References
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Who Are Not Current University Employees or Contingent Workers You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply. Subsequent applications will allow you to upload a new resume. Additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the application questions section. Ensure that all required materials have been uploaded before submitting your application, as you cannot make changes afterward.
Important for Current University Employees and Contingent Workers Apply through Workday by searching for "Find UT Jobs." Update your professional profile before applying. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and respond to application questions to upload any additional required materials.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form and present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment.
E‑Verify The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for E‑Verify is 854197.
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS
Job Details General Notes: This is a part‑time benefits eligible position (20 hours per week) or a full‑time position (40 hours per week).
Purpose: Provide technical support for the High‑Resolution X‑ray Computed Tomography Facility at The University of Texas at Austin (UTCT).
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain servers: planning, setup, and maintenance of CT lab’s onsite Windows Servers and connections to Campus Active Directory, hardware, software, and firmware updates; floating software license server maintenance; user account creation and management; setting security policy, firewalls, and intrusion detection; raid arrays for bulk data storage; and periodic security audits.
Manage and maintain workstations: hardware and software maintenance of IP lab, conference room, Digital Methods Classroom, staff desktops and laptops; license management; security controls; AD integration; remote access; user accounts; projection systems, video conference equipment; lab printers, document scanners, and digital camera equipment; user training and instruction; pre‑purchase advising about GPUs and workstations.
Manage and maintain web/cloud resources: setup and maintenance of UT Datacenter virtual machines for the CT lab website and Digimorph.org; administration and daily use of cloud‑based bulk storage and data distribution.
Manage and maintain networking: design, setup, and maintenance of network infrastructure; security controls; running cables and telecom‑room operation; switches, routers, and NICs; IP address allocation and database management; DNS setup and maintenance.
Assist maintenance of X‑ray equipment (full‑time only): hardware and software maintenance of data acquisition and reconstruction systems, security controls, remote access, local raid arrays; diagnostics and maintenance of NSI X‑ray generators and associated racks of electronics equipment; daily conditioning of all X‑ray sources.
Manage and maintain backups and archiving: hardware and software maintenance of local Rapid‑Recovery backup system and associated raid arrays; setup and maintenance of offsite data backups (e.g., TACC, UTBOX, external hard drives); use of online repositories such as the Texas Data Repository for long‑term data and metadata preservation.
Required Qualifications Comprehensive knowledge of system administration, exhibited by appropriate training and two or more years professional experience with MS Windows installation and administration. Knowledge and experience installing and maintaining web servers and associated software (Apache). Familiarity with concepts such as RAID, LPAR, hardware diagnostics, backups, replication, and failure‑recovery procedures. Knowledge and experience managing LANs and familiarity with graphics‑ and memory‑intensive computing. Ability to independently identify, architect and implement solutions to bring lab servers and workstations up‑to‑date and to ensure they are easily sustainable. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, in a team‑oriented environment.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated expertise and experience with enterprise client system administration and application deployment solutions (e.g., Active Directory, MS GPO, SCCM, Absolute Manage); system imaging and migration solutions (e.g., WDS, USMT). Experience administering Mac OS X and Linux operating systems. Programming experience including shell scripting, Bash, Windows PowerShell, Perl, Python, C/C++, IDL, Java, PHP, HTML. Understanding of database systems, SQL, and JBoss. Familiarity with technical software used by lab operations (IDL, Avizo, VG Studio Max, ImageJ, etc.). Experience with X‑ray scanning equipment or in a scientific lab environment. Skilled at training technical staff.
Salary Range $66,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 Work References
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Who Are Not Current University Employees or Contingent Workers You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply. Subsequent applications will allow you to upload a new resume. Additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the application questions section. Ensure that all required materials have been uploaded before submitting your application, as you cannot make changes afterward.
Important for Current University Employees and Contingent Workers Apply through Workday by searching for "Find UT Jobs." Update your professional profile before applying. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and respond to application questions to upload any additional required materials.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form and present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment.
E‑Verify The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for E‑Verify is 854197.
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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