System Administrator (Remote)

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas: Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

Our Mission:

Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

Our Vision:

An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

Position Summary:

The System Administrator, under the direction of the Information Technology Director, should have a strong background in managing and maintaining Windows-based systems and extensive experience with Azure Active Directory. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of our users' IT environments.

The successful candidate will be dedicated to providing quality service to all constituencies of Alliant International University. They will exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical principles and will be committed to the tenets of Alliant's Mission and Vision.

Alliant International University's mission is to provide students with the highest quality of education through innovation in scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. The University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to improve the quality of human life by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students and faculty.

Salary: $70,000 - $100,000

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.• Manage and maintain Windows-based servers and systems, including but not limited to Windows Server 2019/2022 and 2022 Datacenter Azure Edition.• Assist with administration and troubleshooting of significant business and IT systems (Salesforce, Anthology Student, Microsoft O365, etc.).• Configure, deploy and manage Azure Active Directory services, including Azure AD Connect, Azure AD Domain Services, and Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement IT solutions tailored to organizational and user needs.• Monitor system performance, analyze logs, and implement proactive measures to ensure high availability and performance of Windows-based systems.• Perform system backups, disaster recovery planning, and participate in cybersecurity initiatives.• Respond to and resolve technical issues, incidents, and service requests promptly and efficiently.• Participate as a member of the Infosec Team to address system hardening and for the protection, tracking, eradication, and reporting of disruptive and malicious cyber activity.• Assist with annual pen test scheduling, and associated security audit compliance and reporting.• Stay updated with industry best practices, security trends, and emerging technologies to enhance system administration skills.• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members, as needed.• Create and maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Experience: Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Systems Administrator, focusing on cloud or business systems administration. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills, operations knowledge, and troubleshooting expertise.

Skills:• Proven Azure Active Directory administration expertise, including Azure AD Connect and Azure MFA.• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewall rules, and security best practices.• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and management tasks.• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) is a plus.• Business systems administration experience with Salesforce, Student Information Systems, Learning Management Systems, and other cloud services.• Industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable.• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.

Essential Job Functions: • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.• Able to conduct research into issues and products as required.• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.• Highly self-motivated and directed, with full attention to detail.• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.• Strong customer service orientation.• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.• Understand and follow oral and written directions.• Work independently with little direction.• Operate a computer and other computing-related equipment.• Able to write and edit clear, concise, accurate, and effective informational materials for public distribution• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt a practical course of action.• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, disability, religious background, and sexual orientation of university students, faculty, and staff.• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.• Ability to read and discern various materials.

Management Skills: N/A

Supervisor Responsibilities: N/A

Other Requirements: • On-call availability.• Sitting for extended periods of time.• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and power tools, and to handle other computer components.• Able to travel as needed.• Routine lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers, servers, and peripherals.• Work with schedules and timelines.• Office environment with constant interruptions.• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds.• Proven ability to work effectively as a team player.• Highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented.• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts, and to maintain confidentiality at all times.• Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines.• Maintain composure under high-stress conditions.• Ability to be optimistic, positive, and supportive in all interactions.• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Background Check Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.

Additional Information:

Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant International University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Alliant International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 858-635-4509.

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires that we provide you with this Notice at Collection for California Employees and Applicants. This notice is about the collection and use of your personal information. We encourage you to read this notice carefully.

Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law.

Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment.

Company: Alliant International University, Inc.

Country: United States of America

State/Region: California

City: Remote

Postal Code: 92131

Job ID: 264161

Date: Sep 20, 2023

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