Job Title: Systems Engineer
Employment Type: Exempt, 12 month (1.0 FTE), Full-Time Staff
Salary Range: $75,000 - $93,000
The Systems Engineer facilitates the operation and upkeep of essential Windows and Linux servers and services, ensuring the reliability and security of core university infrastructure in support of the academic and administrative mission of Eastern Mennonite University.
Server OS: Windows, Linux
Directory: Active Directory, MS Entra, Google
Languages: UNIX shells, Python, Windows Powershell
Enterprise Storage/Backup: CommVault, AWS S3
Cloud: AWS, Google, Microsoft
Certs: (SSL) Entrust, (SSO) Microsoft Entra
Virtualization: VMWare, Microsoft, AWS AppStream, HyperV
Emergency Communications: Rave, Alertus
Administering and monitoring all physical and virtual infrastructure components, including Windows and Linux servers, KVMs, storage arrays, and backup systems
Server and system patch management
Operation and upkeep of campus network computer systems
Disaster recovery planning
Creating and deploying automation scripts to enhance operational efficiency and minimize manual intervention
Collaborating on systems architecture and design, with a focus on scalability, security, and long-term operational simplicity
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting escalation support
Implementing and enforcing security policies and protocols, including identity management, endpoint protection, and least privilege access principles
Creating and maintaining system documentation
Conducting regular system audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
Spearheading and managing technical initiatives involving infrastructure enhancements, migrations, and the deployment of new systems
Experience managing a Windows domain
Strong knowledge of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols
Proven proficiency in the administration, configuration, and optimization of enterprise virtualization platforms
Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
Proven proficiency in the administration and optimization of enterprise-scale backup and disaster recovery solutions
Strong knowledge of authentication, MS MFA and MS SSO
Proven ability to apply foundational project management principles to technical initiatives involving infrastructure enhancements and deployments
Proven ability to take initiative, establish objectives, and effectively prioritize diverse workloads to satisfy deadlines
Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner and consistently communicate project status and progress
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse constituents and function as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, critically, and creatively.
Ability to maintain confidential information and materials.
Flexibility to balance competing initiatives, multi-task between project development and customer support, and adapt to changing business and technical requirements
Proven excellence in complex analytical assessment and technical troubleshooting.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or similar field; or equivalent work experience. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in technical computer-related roles, with a specific focus on administering an enterprise network environment supporting over 1,500 devices and 3,000 users.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel. The employee must have manual dexterity for working with computer components. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds when carrying equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee must occasionally travel to meetings and conferences off campus, which may include some overnight travel.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
At Eastern Mennonite University, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to invest in your health, financial security, and future. Eligible full-time employees enjoy robust medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer-supported Health Savings Account (HSA), as well as employer-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability plans. We support your long-term goals with a 403(b) retirement plan featuring a generous employer match, alongside invaluable work-life balance perks including paid time off and vacation time, paid holidays, a confidential Employee Assistance Program, and a generous tuition remission benefit. Come join a campus community focused on academic excellence, peace and justice and active faith.
About Eastern Mennonite University
Eastern Mennonite University (http://www.emu.edu) is a private, faith-based, liberal arts university in Harrisonburg, Virginia known for academic excellence and affordability with a focus on service, social justice, and global engagement. With more than 1500 students studying at our main campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia; at our Lancaster, Pennsylvania instructional site; and online, EMU offers rigorous academic study at the undergraduate and graduate level.
EMU is committed to an inclusive and equitable campus community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and can be their authentic self. Our goal is to remove the barriers that underrepresented and marginalized groups have frequently encountered in our society. We commit to address the structures that produce discrimination, racial injustice, gender inequities and other forms of oppression, and to fully include LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other members of historically minoritized communities.
EMU encourages students, faculty and staff to live their faith and values through service to others, peacemaking, cross-cultural engagement and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMU is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who would deepen the diversity of the University.
