Job Details
Job Title: Windows Systems Administrator
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 63203
Department
This position is within FSU’s Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) and National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
This position will be located at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL). The NHMFL is the largest and highest-powered magnet laboratory in the world and is the only facility of its kind in the United States. The Computer Support Group (CSG) supports all aspects of IT at the Lab.
Responsibilities
This position specializes in the management, security, and optimization of enterprise Windows and Macintosh environments. Committed to high availability, compliance, and continuous improvement through automation and best practices.
Administer servers running Microsoft Server operating systems providing Active Directory, dynamic network addressing, file storage, network printing, web services and Cloud services. Includes evaluation, purchase, installation and configuration of all necessary hardware, software and consumables. Purchase recommendations include a wide variety of equipment and software, including desktop and laptop computers and mission critical servers.
Provide technical support for desktop and laptop computers. Includes troubleshooting and correcting computer hardware and software problems.
Perform regular data backups of critical servers running Microsoft Server and Linux operating systems. Provide enhancements to systems to include evaluation and deployment of additional or upgraded computer hardware, and the evaluation and deployment of software products to meet the requirements of those systems. This includes replacing outdated hardware, upgrading server operating systems and software. Research and implement solutions for ease of desktop support for the end user and support staff like Remote Assistance software or Imaging software for new and refurbished systems.
Provide consultation and assistance with purchases related to information technology. Approves information technology purchases before they are made to ensure compliance with departmental standards. Examples would be desktop systems, specialized computer systems for scientific research, laptops, server hardware, RAID arrays, and fiber channel equipment. Serves as subject matter expert on these systems.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or other appropriate degree and two years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: or a combination of appropriate post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Microsoft Active Directory administration is preferred. Microsoft Azure is a plus.
Helpful
Who is an ideal candidate for this position?
A strong candidate would be someone with hands-on experience managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, and enterprise endpoint management. They should possess strong troubleshooting skills, a solid understanding of cybersecurity best practices, and experience supporting and automating IT infrastructure in a professional environment. The ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical users, and can work independently while managing multiple priorities.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position is open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Organization
Working at Florida State University
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University — with the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation, Doctoral/Research University-Extensive — offers a distinctive academic environment built on its cherished values and unique heritage, welcoming campus on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida, championship athletics, and prime location in the heart of the state capital.
Combining traditional strength in the arts and humanities with recognized leadership in the sciences, Florida State University provides unmatched opportunities for students and faculty through challenging academics, cultural discovery and community interaction.
Underlying and supporting the educational experience at Florida State University is the development of new generations of citizen leaders, based on the concepts inscribed in our seal: Vires, Artes, Mores — Strength, Skill and Character.
Epitomized by recently named Rhodes Scholars Garrett Johnson and Myron Rolle — elite athletes and scholars committed to public service — and Joseph O'Shea — a campus and community leader as well as a top scholar — Florida State's 40,000 students are dedicated to academic excellence and providing leadership in our complex world.
Florida State University's 16 colleges offer more than 275 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, professional and specialist degree programs, including medicine and law, covering a broad array of disciplines critical to society today. Each year the University awards over 2,000 graduate and professional degrees.
With its impressive breadth of leading graduate, professional and undergraduate programs, Florida State University is a demanding, intellectually stimulating, yet warm and caring environment for students and faculty. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity, Florida State University is a national leader in the number of doctorates awarded to African-American students and in the graduation rate of African-American undergraduates. Its College of Medicine and College of Law are ranked in the nation's Top 10 for Hispanic students.
Florida State University's arts programs — dance, film, music and theatre — rank among the finest in the world, offering an arts education comparable to leading conservatories. Its creative writing program is ranked among the nation's best and is home to the most consistently honored and published student body in the United States. Florida State is responsible for governance of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and associated arts programs, one of the largest museum/university complexes in the nation.
Other programs consistently included in the top public university list include physics, chemistry, political science, psychology, criminology, public administration, library science, information, human sciences, business and law.
At the Ph.D. level, interdisciplinary programs draw on notable research faculty strengths that transcend the traditional disciplines, including neuroscience, molecular biophysics, computational science, materials science and research at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory—home to the world's most powerful magnets.
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