Job Description

Wichita State University is seeking a Server Analyst with a strong background in Linux Server administration to join our UNIX/Linux Technical Services team. You will be part of a team that strives to bring security, stability, and reliability to the Wichita State University Linux computing platform, ensuring that we are providing a high-quality service to our customers. Primary responsibilities will include the installation, configuration, security, and ongoing maintenance of the Linux computing platform as well as administration of multiple enterprise applications. Aside from solid Linux skills, a successful candidate will have the following attributes:

• Collaborative
• Reliable
• Agile
• Sense of urgency
• Ability to prioritize
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

If you are a motivated Linux professional looking for an opportunity to tackle a diverse set of responsibilities and help drive innovation in our organization, please consider joining our team.

Summary of Responsibilities

Installs and maintains the server and storage infrastructure of the University which involves capacity planning, installing hardware and software, tuning performance, configuring backups, trouble-shooting and resolving system problems. Manages select enterprise and infrastructure applications.

Essential Functions

Monitors and controls equipment in a client and/or server environment. Determines equipment settings and operating instructions and maintaining operating records. Utilizes understanding of client and/or server relationships to identify moderately complex problem sources concerning system operations. Communicates with system users to identify, explain, and resolve moderately complex problems. May act as second-level support for help desk for certain problem resolution.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date.
• Six (6) years of experience in server administration. Every 30 hours of college coursework can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
• Experience managing Linux Servers.
• Ability to use and manage VMWare ESXi.
• Ability to manage server storage.
• Ability to use and manager enterprise backup solutions.

Physical Requirements

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces. Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects.

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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