"IT Systems Administrator"

Job Details

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00776

Division: Staff

Closing Date: Continuous

Opening Date: 09/11/2025

Academic Year: Information Resources (4561)

Location: Bangor, ME

Department: Information Resources (4561)

Description

The IT Systems Administrator is responsible for providing essential on-site support for Husson's server infrastructure. This includes planning, installation, and maintenance, as well as troubleshooting issues in order to achieve and maintain the high performance and availability required by the business and academic applications supported by this server environment. The position also develops, administers, and is accountable for Husson's Information Security Program.

Examples of Duties

Server Administration

• Conducts daily operations including monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity management, patching, hardware and software configuration, upgrades and performance monitoring and adjustments
• Administers multiple systems including regular after-hour & weekend support in a mission-critical, 24×7×365 running environment
• Operates and maintains the back-up environments for all systems as assigned
• Manages and adheres to Service Level Agreements and change control procedures related to the server environment
• Composes clear and concise system documentation and reports
• Conducts research on products in support of server planning and development efforts. Evaluates and recommends products for purchase. Coordinates budget requirements with IT management
• Assists in developing long-term strategies and capacity planning for meeting future server and backup system needs
• Adheres to and maintains security policies and procedures
• Conducts routine review of server, network and IT associated logs, taking action on security related findings
• Evaluates and recommends best practice IT security postures in order to protect information and assets that the university is responsible for. Includes changes, products, policies and configurations as it pertains to network security
• Analyzes industry related security requirements, recommending changes and providing technical advice
• Develops and administers Husson University Information Security Program

General Information Technology

• Is a collaborative and supportive member of the Husson IT team
• Performs other related duties as required to accomplish the objective of the position

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BS degree in Computer Science or a computer-related field preferred, plus four years relevant experience, or the combination of education and experience that would enable performance of all aspects of the position. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate are highly desirable. Active Directory and Microsoft Entra administration experience required. Basic knowledge of SQL and scripting languages preferred. Must have a strong understanding and knowledge of computer, network, and security systems.

Supplemental Information

HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

**Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.**

**Benefits**: We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our website at Husson University for a complete list of benefits.

**Address**: 1 College Circle, Bangor, Maine, 04401

**Website**: http://www.husson.edu