Senior Systems Administrator

Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at UTSA

Senior Systems Administrator supporting UT San Antonio’s Linux infrastructure, databases, and enterprise applications. Maintaining systems, troubleshooting issues, and participating in on-call operations.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Linux Server Operations, Automation, and Scripting, with a strong focus on system administration, application integration, and database connectivity. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and manage system lifecycles while ensuring security and compliance.

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Linux Server OperationsAutomation and ScriptingVMware and ESXiMSSQL Database ConfigurationActive Directory Integration

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Hard Skills

Systems AdministrationBackup and PatchingPerformance TroubleshootingSSL Certificate InstallationApplication Configuration

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Active DirectoryERP SystemsVMwareESXi

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceManagement Information SystemsIT

Industry Keywords

System Lifecycle ManagementOn-Call RotationSecurity and Integrity Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPLinuxVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform systems administration activities using automation, scripting, and standardized procedures
Support Linux server operations, backups, patching, and integration with enterprise applications
Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and manage system lifecycles
Troubleshoot complex operating-system-level, performance, and availability issues
Manage system services, storage, file systems, logging, and scheduled tasks
Integrate server applications with Active Directory and ERP systems
Configure applications to connect to backend databases
Install and configure SSL certificates
Participate in an on-call rotation with occasional after-hours and weekend work
May lead or mentor lower-level team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or IT (Required)
Five (5) years of relevant experience in IT and systems administration is required
Experience with automation, scripting, Linux server operations, backups, patching, and enterprise application integration
Experience with VMware and ESXi
Experience configuring applications to connect to backend databases using MSSQL and/or other databases
Understanding of SSL and ability to install and configure certificates
Understanding of server applications and integration with Active Directory and ERP systems
Ability to work in a team environment and tactfully discuss issues with peers and leaders
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional after-hours and weekend work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
May require ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48

Benefits

Comp & perks

UT SELECT Medical insurance offered free for employees
Family medical coverage available through payroll deduction
Discounted copays and coinsurance through UT Health Physicians
$50,000 group term life insurance
$50,000 basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Optional additional employee and dependent life and AD&D coverage at group rates
Three dental insurance plan options through Delta Dental
Two vision plan options through Superior Vision Services
Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and healthcare expenses
Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary retirement programs with five plan providers
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days), based on years of service
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours accrued per month
Paid Family Leave: up to 240 hours (6 weeks) after 6 months of consecutive employment
12 paid holidays annually
Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership