Systems Administrator III

Department: Central System Operations Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting Job Type: Full-Time Funding Source: Permanent Monthly Salary: $8,333.33+comm Job Category: Exempt Required Qualifications Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position: Two years of Linux administration experience Experience using configuration management software such as Puppet, Chef, Ansible, etc. Experience with enterprise networking fundamentals (VLAN, Firewall, IP routing, etc.) Experience troubleshooting server / network problems Preferred Qualifications Experience using Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, or Google GCP Experience with containerization Experience using/writing Terraform Experience managing systems in a higher education or enterprise environment Experience working with monitoring services such as nagios or grafana Experience with web servers (nginx, lighttpd, Apache, etc.) Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, etc. Experience using revision control system such as Git or Subversion Job Description The Systems Administrator III is responsible for administering and maintaining servers and services under the team's management. Job Duties Build, maintain, and deploy container images using tools such as Ansible and Kubernetes Work independently and stay on task with minimal direction Keep software and firmware of server systems up to date Recommend improvements to current systems, or new opportunities when they present themselves. Stay up to date on ever changing state of technology Troubleshoot problems within the environment and recommend possible improvement Install and maintain new versions of operating systems and third-party software Work with change management and revision control systems Administer and manage a combination of cloud-hosted and on-premises services Work closely with various technical professionals across the university and third-party vendors to provide technical support as needed Provide clear and effective documentation for new services, and review existing documentation periodically as time permits Perform other duties as assigned Additional Information to Applicants ITAC will not sponsor or transfer visa sponsorship for this position. Job Open Date: 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM Why Choose Texas State University? Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it's a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you'll enjoy: Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day. Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being. Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs. Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks. Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family. Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions. At Texas State University, you're not just an employee—you're a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html Quick Link: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59074