Director of Network and System Administration/IT Manager III

The Director of Network and System Administration manages the technology infrastructure of the university. This includes managing advanced network, telecommunications, server, and storage systems, and cloud computing environments. It includes providing essential network, virtualization, directory, database, application, telephony, communications, and related services. The Director provides support for high-performance and research computing and second and third level support for other technology departments. This is a leadership position requiring a broad range of communication, planning, and management skills and extensive and wide-ranging technical knowledge.

The Director reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Information Technology and Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO). The Director works with the leadership of Information Technology Services ( ITS) to provide the technology infrastructure and services required to fulfill the university's mission, and provides infrastructure support for other departments within the division.

Information Technology Services ( ITS) strengthens and supports the University's mission of exemplary teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service by providing the information technology infrastructure, software, hardware and support to achieve the University's strategic goals. ITS is composed of six departments which work with the university community to provide the information technology support and services required to realize operational excellence, integrate advanced technology and create efficient and effective technology solutions.

* 10 or more years of experience in network, server and telecommunications technology roles, including 5 years with primary responsibility for management of advanced, complex and high-performance network and server environments.
* 5 or more years of experience in a management position leading technical professionals.
* Significant technical knowledge of networks, telecommunications, servers, storage systems, cloud computing, virtualization, directory, applications, security, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
* Demonstrated experience in partnering with other units and fostering a position team spirit within the department.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
* An advanced degree related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
* A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of advanced degree requirements.

To Apply

For full consideration, please apply by February 3, 2025.

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Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.
Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.

Inquiries and questions: Please send to NCATNetworkSystemAdmin@acesrch.com.
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee's name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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