Systems Administrator (SYS ADM 4)

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The Systems Administrator position, reporting to the Director of IT Operations and the Systems Administrator Supervisor, primarily involves systems administration and providing technical support for production Windows based systems, Active Directory services, cloud-based infrastructure, and backup support for diverse systems and infrastructure within SVM-IT. This role encompasses a blend of technical proficiency, strategic planning, and operational implementation to uphold a resilient and secure IT infrastructure.

Apply By Date
3/28/2025 at 11:59pm

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
* Bachelors degree in a related area of Information Technology or equivalent years of experience and/or training in Information Technology.
* Over 7 years of technical experience in a systems infrastructure role, applying advanced infrastructure concepts in fast-paced, demanding 24/7 environments such as hospitals and higher education institutions.
* Extensive experience working with vendors like Agfa, Omnicell, Varian, VMware, Arista, Dell/EMC, PFSense, and F5, translating vendor and organizational requirements to integrate and consolidate diverse IT systems effectively.
* Minimum of 7 years in Systems Administration with a focus on Infrastructure.
* Expertise in architecting, designing, and supporting virtual infrastructure environments, SAN storage solutions, network infrastructure, VLAN firewall clusters, and application delivery controllers across multiple datacenters.
* Proficient in conducting advanced analysis of IT environments to deliver comprehensive technical solutions that address business challenges, resolve highly complex issues, and optimize data centers within management requirements, budget constraints, and compliance frameworks such as UCOP IS3 and industry best practices.
* Demonstrated expertise in Windows and Linux server management, Active Directory administration, and deployment of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including automation, monitoring, and secure configurations.
* Strong familiarity with the ITIL framework, including request and change management workflows, asset management, and the technological integration of systems such as hospital information systems (e.g., VMACS) and monitoring solutions. Excellent soft skills with the ability to communicate complex technical topics effectively to both executive and technical audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications
* Knowledge with applying the following security frameworks: NIST, PCI, HIPAA, GDPR and IS3/UC Davis CyberSafety (If current or previously employed with UC Davis) General knowledge and experience in conducting security risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies to proactively identify and address potential security vulnerabilities and threats. Demonstrated experience with disaster recovery strategies for Windows-based systems, Active Directory, and cloud infrastructure to ensure business continuity and data integrity using tools such as Veeam, MS Data Protection Manager, CA Arcserve and etc.
* Organizational skills and experience using project management principles to define goals, organize and schedule complex technology projects, coordinate project execution, and manage teams as well as, experience using Change Management processes and workflows. Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to interact with a diverse group of people to include faculty, clinicians, students and staff. Ability to implicitly give and receive directions, information, and knowledge to and from other team members, users, co-workers, managers and vendors.
* Experience working in a hospital environment and/or a higher education environment and demonstrated ability to work individually and as a member of a team.

Key Responsibilities
* 90% - Infrastructure Systems and Network Administration
* 10% - Operations and Consultation

Department Overview
This position is part of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Information Technology (SVM-IT) department. SVM-IT is a matrix organization consisting of the three main functions of IT Operations, Application Development and Project Management. SVM-IT provides services to the faculty, students, staff and affiliates of both the School of Veterinary Medicine, the California Animal Health and Food Safety Lab System (CAHFS), and the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH).

POSITION INFORMATION
* Salary or Pay Range: $99,400/yr. - $196,400/yr.
* Salary Frequency: Monthly
* Salary Grade: Grade 25
* UC Job Title: SYS ADM 4
* UC Job Code: 000520
* Number of Positions: 1
* Appointment Type: Staff: Career
* Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
* Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 8-5
* Location: Davis, CA
* Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
* Benefits Eligible: Yes
* This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands
* Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands
* Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
* Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
* Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

(part remotely, part onsite as appropriate). * Work with noise and heat produced by many electronic computing devices. * Work occasional overtime and various, flexible hours on short notice (including covering staff shortages, nights, weekends, and holidays). * Must be available for week and weekend rotating on-call schedule. * May require working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
* This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

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