Under limited supervision, responsible for activities related to Systems Administration and the integration with server operating systems and applications. May lead or mentor lower level team members.
Applicants local to the San Antonio area are highly preferred. Although the position is primarily remote, the position may require on-site visits as needed.
ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsible for systems administration activities, including the use of automation, scripting, and standardized procedures to support Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications.
Perform system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
Troubleshoot complex OS‑level, performance, and availability issues.
Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks.
Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems.
Experience with VMware and ESXi;
Experience configuring applications to connect to backend databases using MSSQL and/or other databases.
An understanding of SSL with the ability to install and configure certificates.
Ability to work in a team environment with the ability to tactfully discuss issues with peers and leaders.
Participate in an on-call rotation that includes occasional after hours and weekend work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Responsible for systems administration activities, including the use of automation, scripting, and standardized procedures to support Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications.
Perform system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
Troubleshoot complex OS‑level, performance, and availability issues.
Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks.
Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems.
Experience with VMware and ESXi.
Experience configuring applications to connect to backend databases using MSSQL and/or other databases.
An understanding of SSL with the ability to install and configure certificates.
Ability to work in a team environment with the ability to tactfully discuss issues with peers and leaders.
Participate in an on-call rotation that includes occasional after hours and weekend work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or IT (Required)
Experience:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in IT and systems administration is required.
Licenses and Certifications:
None.
This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
About UsBenefits Overview
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology
- Five years of relevant IT and systems administration experience
- Experience administering Linux servers, including automation, scripting, backups, patching, and enterprise application integration
- Experience with system installation, configuration, upgrades, and lifecycle management
- Experience troubleshooting complex operating system, performance, and availability issues
- Experience managing system services, storage, filesystems, logging, and scheduled tasks
- Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems
- Experience with VMware and ESXi
- Experience configuring applications to connect to MSSQL or other backend databases
- Understanding of SSL and ability to install and configure certificates
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate tactfully with peers and leaders
- Participation in an on-call rotation, including occasional after-hours and weekend work
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
What We Do
UT Health San Antonio™, one of the country’s leading health sciences universities, is the leader in south/central Texas funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The university’s schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions and graduate biomedical sciences have produced more than 33,000 alumni. The $806.6 million operating budget supports four campuses in San Antonio and Laredo, and is the primary driver of its community’s $37 billion biomedical and health care industry. For more information on the many ways “We make lives better®,” visit uthealthsa.org.
