DePaul University

Cloud Systems Engineer (remote)

DePaul University$74K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technology field or equivalent experience
  • 3-5+ years of application/system administration and Microsoft 365 platform experience
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 services in enterprise settings
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure
  • Working knowledge of VMware, backup/recovery solutions, and storage/SAN platforms
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative mindset supporting a diverse academic community

Responsibilities

  • Administer and enhance the Microsoft 365 platform focusing on security and usability
  • Deliver reliable enterprise services for teaching and learning
  • Contribute to platform governance and architectural decisions
  • Support Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online and Teams
  • Manage messaging, collaboration, and compliance across the platform
  • Implement security and governance policies
  • Support on-premises systems and assist with disaster recovery'],
  • benefits
  • perks:
  • working for a stable and well-known university
  • top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
  • tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
  • generous paid time off including floating holidays.
  • full-time benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Your Impact

Technology at our institution is not just about systems, it's about people and possibility. Your work will:
  • Enable effective communication and collaboration across the university
  • Support essential academic and administrative operations from admissions through graduation
  • Strengthen the security and resilience of systems that protect institutional data
  • Help build a flexible digital campus that supports on-campus, remote, and hybrid experiences

What You'll Do

Advance Enterprise and Digital Learning Environments
  • Administer and enhance the Microsoft 365 platform, with a focus on security, compliance, and usability
  • Deliver reliable enterprise services that support teaching, learning, and operations
  • Contribute to platform governance and architectural decisions
  • Partner with IT and campus stakeholders to align services with institutional priorities

Lead Microsoft 365 Collaboration & Messaging
  • Support and govern Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Power Automate, and Copilot
  • Manage messaging, collaboration, and compliance capabilities across the platform
  • Implement security, retention, and governance policies
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across cloud services
  • Support service lifecycle management and modernization initiatives

Support Cloud Platforms
  • Contribute to the administration and growth of Microsoft Azure services
  • Help design scalable, secure solutions to meet evolving needs
  • Participate in governance, identity management, and cost optimization efforts

Maintain and Modernize Infrastructure
  • Support on-premises systems, including VMware environments
  • Assist with backup and disaster recovery solutions
  • Contribute to storage/SAN platform management
  • Support modernization efforts bridging on-prem and cloud environments

Collaborate Across the University
  • Partner with IT Security, Networking, and academic units to deliver integrated solutions
  • Provide technical expertise to support campus initiatives
  • Contribute to documentation and continuous improvement efforts

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in a technology field, with 3-5+ years of application/system administration and Microsoft 365 platform experience or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience supporting Microsoft 365 services (messaging, collaboration, identity, and security) in an enterprise environment
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure
  • Working knowledge of private infrastructure, including:
    • VMware virtualization
    • Backup and recovery solutions
    • Storage/SAN platforms
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • A collaborative mindset and commitment to supporting a diverse academic community

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in higher education or other mission-driven environments
  • Knowledge of PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, or automation practices
  • Relevant certifications (Microsoft 365, Azure, or infrastructure technologies)

Apply

If you're motivated to make a meaningful impact through technology and enjoy working at the intersection of cloud services, enterprise systems, and education, we encourage you to apply. For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $74,367 to $100,000/year.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:
  • Working for a stable and well-known University.
  • Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
  • Full-Time Benefits

About DePaul University

DePaul University is a private Catholic research university in Chicago, Illinois. The university was founded in 1898 by the Congregation of the Mission. DePaul University has ten colleges and schools, including the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Science and Health, and the College of Law. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields such as business, education, law, and music. DePaul University is the largest Catholic university in the United States and is affiliated with the Vincentian Family.
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