Senior Systems Administrator

Job no: 553696
Work type: Staff
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology

Job No: 553696; 09/03/2026 - RE-ANNOUNCED

SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Systems Administrator III
ITS/IT Infrastructure Services

Salary Range: $7,284- $10,611/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $8,042 - $10,611/Monthly)

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Exempt classification.

Essential Functions: Under the general direction of the Senior Director of IT Infrastructure Services, the System Administrator III is responsible for analyzing, modifying, maintaining, developing, and installing complex computer systems. The incumbent performs advanced application programming and supports databases, utilities, and related software to meet campus operational and strategic needs. Works independently and often serves as a technical consultant or project lead for system integration and enterprise-level planning. Leads change management efforts; develops change initiatives and acts as a subject matter expert in enterprise system upgrades. Consults directly with campus units, translating technical needs and developing solutions in coordination with stakeholders. The position ensures the availability, integrity, security, and reliability of assigned systems and provides primary software support for servers managed by the Information Technology Services (ITS) division and housed within ITS-operated data centers.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or other related fields from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience with VMWare Hypervisors installation, provisioning, and maintenance. Knowledge and experience in internal operating system technology, computer operation, and hardware and network communications theory. Knowledge of and ability to use the following operating system languages: Windows 2022 server and later, Red Hat Linux version 7 and above, and additional distributions of Linux as required, and ability to perform systems-level programming in a distributed, networked environment. Knowledge of: application programming techniques and procedures; client-server technologies, such as Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook, Oracle version 1 OG, and above; system and network architecture, configuration, and protocols, such as firewalled environments, LANs with virtual security zones defined by firewall technology, and the separation of web, application, and database servers; system management and security control procedures; database design, structure, and development; and integrated storage systems and capacity. Working knowledge of system backup and restoration processes. Knowledge of and experience with network security measures, strategies, tactics, and systems concerning hardware and software. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing information technology and information security, including the ability to apply these laws and regulations. Good organization and analytical skills, including the ability to respond to problems, prioritize actions, and quickly initiate corrective action. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to: develop and execute disaster recovery plans; establish data security standards and procedures; handle confidential personnel matters, such as the removal of users, in a completely confidential manner; take initiative and be self-directed; an learn new concepts quickly. Ability and willingness to completely document all system environments, as well as server administration instructions. Proven ability to work well independently and in a team environment and monitor many service aspects simultaneously without loss of data integrity or security. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 17, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

Advertised: Sep 03 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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