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Systems Engineer (Infrastructure) 00440

Employer
Christopher Newport University
Location
Newport News, VA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Working Title:

Systems Engineer (Infrastructure) 00440

Role Title:

Information Technology Specialist II

Position Number:

00440

FLSA:

Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

No

Departmental Objective:

Design, manage, and secure the University’s servers, databases, identity, and cloud systems, providing dependable service and responsive support to the CNU community.

Purpose of the Position:

To support the reliability, security, and performance of the University’s enterprise infrastructure. Working under the direction of the Manager of Systems and Database Operations, this position serves as an additional resource for datacenter operations and virtualization, manages the University’s Red Hat Enterprise Linux server fleet, and provides hands-on support for campus physical systems, including point-of-sale, video surveillance, and electronic access control.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

  • Working knowledge of Linux and/or Windows Server administration.
  • Familiarity with server hardware, rack-mounted equipment, structured cabling, and data center environments.
  • Basic understanding of server virtualization concepts and platforms.
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.
  • Understanding of security practices, including patch management, vulnerability remediation, and the principle of least privilege.
  • Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity problems methodically and escalate appropriately.
  • Ability to install, repair, and troubleshoot networked field devices such as card readers, cameras, and point-of-sale terminals.
  • Strong willingness and ability to learn new technologies quickly through self-study, mentorship, and formal training.
  • Ability to follow documented procedures precisely and to write clear technical documentation.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and communicate effectively with technical staff, vendors, and campus customers.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and to model professional integrity and behavior.

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education:

  • High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma.

Experience:
  • Experience with Linux or Windows server administration.
  • Experience providing technical support to end users.
  • Experience working in teams and/or group settings.

Additional Consideration(s):

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • One or more of the following relevant certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Linux+; Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA); VMware, VCTA or VCP.

Experience:
  • Experience in a higher education or academic environment.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat Satellite or similar configuration and patch management tools.
  • Experience with enterprise virtualization platforms.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools.
  • Experience with remediation processes.
  • Experience supporting point-of-sale, video surveillance, or physical access control systems.
  • Experience with cloud platforms.

Salary Information:

Salary $61,036 to $76,295, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code:

39112

Conditions of Employment:

  • This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
  • Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Is this position telework eligible?:

Yes

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer:

This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):

Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):

Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):

Marginal

Pushing/Pulling:

Essential

Standing:

Essential

Sitting:

Marginal

Bending:

Essential

Walking:

Essential

Climbing:

Essential

Reaching:

Essential

Repetitive Motion:

Essential

Fast Pace:

Essential

Average Pace:

Essential

Multiple Priorities:

Essential

Intense Customer Interaction:

Marginal

Multiple Stimuli:

Marginal

Frequency Changes:

Essential

Memory:

Essential

Reasoning:

Essential

Hearing:

Essential

Reading:

Essential

Analyzing:

Essential

Logic:

Essential

Verbal Communication:

Essential

Written Communication:

Essential

Posting Number:

PS1267P

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Date:

10/09/2026

Closing Date:

10/16/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/21293

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.

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