University Technology - Windows System Administrator (Microsoft Server, Desktop, and Security Specialist) - Macomb Campus
APPOINTMENT: May, 2012
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate for this position will have:
- a Bachelor's degree from a fully accredited university (in computer science or related field preferred), or an equivalent level of training, knowledge, and experience
- Significant experience in Microsoft Windows systems administration in an enterprise class or large University wide environment
- significant Microsoft Windows experience with planning, design, implementation, and support at the server and desktop including Microsoft Server 2003/2008 and Microsoft Windows XP and/or Microsoft Windows 7
- experience with VMware Data Center environment
- experience with backup and disaster recovery procedures
- experience with Symantec End-Point Protection (client and server) or equivalent
- programming and scripting skills
- experience troubleshooting at the server, network, and desktop levels
- strong problem solving and analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to address complex problems logically and systematically
- ability to work closely with a team of other specialists to provide computing solutions
- excellent speaking and writing skills for communicating with both technical and non-technical staff and constituents.
The successful candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: preferred that the successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of the following:
- databases (Oracle, MS SQL, FileMaker, MySQL, MS Access, MS Excel, etc.)
- LDAP, Open Directory, Apple integration, ARD, CAS, DNS, DHCP
- Cisco VoIP, ACS
- F5 Big IP LTM
- experience with VMware Data Center environment
- enterprise storage (Fiber Channel, iSCSI, SAS, NTFS, ZFS, etc.)
- web content management systems, Intranet web portal
- certifications (Cisco CCENT or CCNA, GIAC Certified Microsoft Windows Security Administrator (GCWN), MCITP or MCSE preferably with a security specialization, etc.)
- Microsoft Windows PowerShell, WSH, VBscript
- deploying and running Microsoft WSUS, SCOM, SCCM
- Symantec End-Point Protection (client and server) or equivalent, multi-platform multi-server virus protection
RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will perform Microsoft Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and desktop design functions; manage VMWare Data Center virtualization environments, including business continuity and disaster recovery functions; design, perform, and document Microsoft Server and Desktop security functions; perform server programming and scripting; manage file server backups; assist as needed on various projects and support issues; and provide Tier 2 and 3 support for the technology support center.
RANK & SALARY: Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Western Illinois University offers a very competitive benefits package including retirement, health, vision, dental, educational, and domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information visit: http://www.wiu.edu/hr/benefits.php.
THE DEPARTMENT:University Technology supports the students, faculty, and staff in their technology needs. For more departmental information, please visit http://www.wiu.edu/uTech.
THE UNIVERSITY: Recognized as a "Best Midwestern College" by the Princeton Review and one of 37 public universities ranked a top tier "Best Regional University" by U.S. News & World Report, Western Illinois University (WIU) serves nearly 13,000 students in the heart of the Midwest through its traditional residential campus in Macomb and its metropolitan, non-residential location in Moline, Illinois.
The WIU-Macomb and -Quad Cities campuses are comprised of accomplished faculty, state-of-the-art technology and facilities, and a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Western is a comprehensive university offering 64 undergraduate and 36 graduate degree programs, including a doctorate in education. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, the University's 615 full-time faculty members teach 94 percent of all undergraduate and graduate courses, in addition to 10 pre-professional degree programs and 16 certificate programs.
Western offers a broad-based athletics program, sponsoring 20 NCAA Division I intercollegiate varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League. WIU is the cultural center of the region. University Libraries house an extensive collection and offer online database access to thousands of academic periodic journals and publications.
WIU-Macomb, IL (Student Population: 10,423): A traditional, residential four-year campus with select graduate programs, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west central Illinois in Macomb (population 20,000). Macomb is an Amtrak city with twice-daily service to Chicago. Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL).
WIU-Quad Cities (Student Population: 1,235): The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, at its metropolitan, non-residential campuses in Moline, IL (population 44,000). The Quad Cities (population 376,000) rests on the banks of the Mississippi River and is comprised of Moline and Rock Island in western Illinois and Davenport and Bettendorf in eastern Iowa. The Quad Cities is home to the Quad Cities International Airport.
Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Western Illinois University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Information about the Commission may be obtained by visiting www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.
APPLICATION: Applicants should send a letter of application, resume, copy of transcripts, and contact information (including email address) identifying work experience and qualifications as they relate to the position above. The telephone number and email contact information for three professional references should also be included. Apply to: University Technology, Kathy Barrett, Western Illinois University; 1 University Circle; Macomb, IL 61455-1390.
Screening will begin in March 17, 2010 and will continue until postion is filled.
Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
