ITRSS Linux Administrator – Research Support
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Information Services / Technology (IT)
Posted on April 5, 2024
Hiring Department
Division of Information Technology
Job Description
The Division of IT Research Support Solutions “XTeam” at the University of Missouri builds, installs, & manages hardware, software, scientific applications, & security solutions for research computing needs across the campus. Researchers at the University are involved in diverse fields of study & research, requiring innovative & committed technologists with a variety of skillsets. We are not just hiring into a position; we're creating an advanced team of experts who are enthusiastic about discovery & being a part of making greater discovery possible.
The ITRSS LINUX System Administrator will be a part of the team that builds, installs, & manages the hardware, software, scientific applications, & security for research computing devices across campus.
This position includes the following, but not limited to, responsibilities:
34% Install, configure, & maintain Linux systems in a scientific environment for university researchers.
20% Evaluate, install, upgrade & maintain scientific software in a scientific environment for university researchers.
10% Secure & monitor systems & consult with researchers, staff & students on securing applications & systems.
15% Serve as a technical consultant for sponsored research projects that require research computing services.
10% Troubleshoot hardware/software problems & system failures.
5% Creation of documentation & training for peers, faculty, staff & students in the use of specialized computing, instrumentation, & associated scientific software.
5% Investigating new technologies of importance to research computing & researchers.
1% Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
This position is on-site in Columbia, MO, & has the potential for occasional travel to other campuses.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Evening, weekend, & call-in work may be required to meet deadlines & correct system failures.Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Evening, weekend, & call-in work may be required to meet deadlines & correct system failures.
Minimum Qualifications
• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education & relevant experience is required.
• Experience installing, configuring, & maintaining Linux systems in an Academic, or Enterprise environment.
• Experience securing & monitoring Linux systems as well as consulting with end-users on properly securing applications & following proper security protocols.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware/software problems & system failures in an Academic, or Enterprise environment.
• Ability to determine & initiate appropriate & immediate actions needed to restore normal services with minimal down time. Document occurrence & actions taken. Assess operating procedures followed in resolving issues for effectiveness; may recommend modifications to standard procedures found to be inadequate, unclear, or ineffective.
• Experience with analysis, documentation, installation, testing, & evaluation of new or modified versions of campus deployed solution's hardware, operating systems, databases, & application-layer.
• Experience as a member of a highly technical & customer-service driven team.
• Ability to properly document & share knowledge/training with other staff members & forge close working relationships with IT & scientific research groups across campus.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Database management capabilities is a plus.
Experience with Application development is a plus.
Experience with networking & security/compliance is a plus.
Any experience with instrumentation, interfacing, or special technologies like DICOM, HL7, XML, API's, data transformation is a plus.
Experience in an academic research or computing setting is highly desirable.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $50,367 - $85,000 Commensurate with experience
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Sponsorship Information
Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
