Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field OR equivalent work experience.
• Experience working in an academic environment.
• Experience administering enterprise backup solutions.
• Computer hardware troubleshooting/replacement.
• Experience in database administration and configuration (MySQL, PostGres, Oracle, etc.)
• Experience in making product evaluations and purchase recommendations.
• Understanding of common IT security protocols and remediation techniques.

Job Description:

Acts as the technical intermediary between the department computer user and Information Systems and Services to address various needs and purposes.

Job Duties:

• Configure and deploy research systems for faculty, ensuring they meet the specific needs of academic projects.
• Maintain and deploy backup solutions, manage users, network configurations, automate systems, and ensure systems’ security.
• Perform administrative tasks, including grant-writing, inventory management, and reporting.
• Assist with the content maintenance of the main departmental website.
• Evaluate, specify, and recommend software and hardware to support and improve the department’s computing needs.