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Lead Systems Administrator

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Oct 14, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14246P
Working Title	Lead Systems Administrator
Department	FMD-Admin-IT General
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.
College/Unit/Department website	https://fmd.uga.edu
Posting Type	Internal (PEP)
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, On call rotation Some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization
Advertised Salary	$70,000 - $80,000
Posting Date	10/14/2025
Open until filled	No
Closing Date	10/21/2025
Proposed Starting Date	11/15/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	Must be a current UGA employee to apply. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without employer sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Systems Administrator II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	At least 3 years of experience with VMware vSphere, Omnissa (VMware) Horizon, and Veeam Backup & Replication Experience with optimized gold-image creation for VDI and virtual servers Proficiency with Active Directory, Palo Alto firewalls, Ivanti Endpoint Manager, Apps Anywhere Experience with SSL certificate requests, renewals, and configuration on various types of systems, including: Apache, IIS, Palo Alto firewalls, and various virtual appliances PowerShell or similar scripting language experience Experience with tools like Nagios, PRTG, or SolarWinds to monitor system performance and availability
Position Summary	The Lead Systems Administrator serves a critical lead role for the design, maintenance, upgrade, and troubleshooting of both physical and virtual server environments, VDI platforms, network infrastructure, and firewalls within the FMD IT unit. This position is responsible for ensuring the ongoing availability, security, and optimal performance of mission-critical systems that underpin facilities operations. In addition to infrastructure oversight, the Lead Systems Administrator is entrusted with managing hardware and software support for Facilities Management Division ( FMD) end users, HVAC systems, and other core operational technologies. This role provides authoritative guidance to junior administrators and ensures seamless, reliable IT service delivery across the unit, taking responsibility for the quality and integrity of all technical operations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Excellent problem solving, communication, and customer service skills. Detail orientated and able to multi-task, problem solve and take initiative. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Networking knowledge with an understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and routing Proficiency in VMware, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms for server and desktop virtualization Operating System experience with Windows Server (Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS) and/or Linux Knowledge of backup/disaster recovery implementations and products like Veeam or similar Understanding of cybersecurity best practices
Physical Demands	Sit and/or stand at a computer for extended periods of time. Stand up and walk for extended periods of time. Regularly drive around campus. Lift up to 50 lbs. during an average work shift. Stand, stoop, squat, bend, crawl, and walk up and down steps and ladders.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Lead the design, maintenance, upgrade, and troubleshooting of physical and virtual servers, VDI environments, network infrastructure, and firewalls. Ensure high availability and performance of critical systems.
Percentage of time	40

Duties/Responsibilities	Oversee the maintenance, upgrade, and support of hardware and software for FMD end users, HVAC systems, and other systems as needed. Provide expert-level support and guidance to junior administrators.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities	Direct the planning, creation, management, and maintenance of Active Directory objects and group policies. Develop and implement PowerShell scripts for automation, management, and reporting. Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	Manage projects by coordinating with other departments, external contractors, and vendors. Serve as the primary technical contact for project-related activities and ensure successful project delivery.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Create and maintain comprehensive documentation related to systems, applications, and processes. Establish and enforce documentation standards and ensure all documentation is up-to-date.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Perform other duties as assigned, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in IT operations.
Percentage of time	5