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University at Buffalo
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Systems Administrator I

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$65,000 - $75,000

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Systems Administrator I

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Systems Administrator I
Classification Title Lead Programmer-Analyst
Department Enterprise Infrastructure Services
Posting Number P260197
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63911
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 08
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL3
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) at the University at Buffalo is searching for a Systems Administrator I to utilize cutting-edge technologies and their expertise in computing and information systems to develop, manage, and support sophisticated IT services including server and cloud services. They play a pivotal role in maintaining the operational excellence of UB, recognized as the top public research university in New York and ranked among the top 40 public universities nationwide. This is a campus-based position with the possibility of hybrid-work.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, including windows servers
  • Participate in design and implementation of new on-premises and cloud IT infrastructure and systems
  • Communicate professionally & effectively with teammates, management, peers, colleagues, and university constituents
  • Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge and skills
  • Work as part of a team

Additional Information:It is a great time to join UB Information Technology (UBIT)! Our staff are highly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edge training and technical resources at their disposal. For more information about UBIT visit our website. All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occur in a 24×7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required.
Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being part of the University at Buffalo community.
The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience in a computer/technical field OR master’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with windows system administration
  • Experience supporting the following technologies:
    • Azure Cloud infrastructure design and management
    • Active Directory
    • MS Entra ID
    • PKI
    • Microsoft 365 platform and services including email
    • VMWare
    • HyperV
    • Compute hardware support including HPE servers
    • Listserv
    • VEEAM backup
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands

Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $65,000 - $75,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type Full-Time
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Christina Candlena
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Director, EIS
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-5188
Posting Dates
Posted 09/14/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants 09/28/2026
Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 11/05/2026
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant By providing the names and e-mail addresses of my references, I hereby authorize either Human Resources or the applicable hiring department to contact my references via e-mail to request a reference letter on my behalf. 

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have the ability to work in a 24x7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours that may be required?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  4. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  5. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
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  2. Resume
Optional Documents

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