JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut, Information Technology Services (ITS) Department is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support the Identity and Access Management Team. This position is eligible for a hybrid work model requiring at least 2 in-office days per week. This position works under limited supervision and is responsible for administering and maintaining the IAM team’s Linux based applications, including CAS, OpenLDAP, Boomi, web servers, and other softwares. Additional duties include Netscaler load balancing configuration and Entra SSO backup support. The successful candidate will be responsible for configuration changes, upgrades, and any future replacements of services. Familiarity with technical infrastructure, application design, and Identity Management best practices are a requirement.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides technical expertise for the Identity and Access Management team.
- Analyses, designs, builds, and supports large scale, highly available IAM applications.
- Administers and maintains the servers and systems that support login and Single Sign On Services.
- Configured load balancing and high availability for critical IAM applications.
- Provides guidance and assistance to other team members where needed.
- Ensures systems operate in a secure and stable manner.
- Promotes a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment, working closely with all levels of IAM staff and third-party vendors and teams.
- Takes a leadership role in self-education. Maintain a high level of general and specialized knowledge and significant working experience to make informed technical recommendations.
- Other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of related experience; or an associate degree and 6 years of related experience; or a bachelor's degree and 4 years of related experience.
- Demonstrated experience administering Linux servers.
- Experience with Directory Services such as AD or OpenLDAP.
- Experience with common web servers such as Apache, Tomcat, or NGINX.
- Demonstrated knowledge of system design/analysis, scripting, and application support.
- Demonstrated knowledge of server/system automation.
- Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analysis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Linux based SSO solutions such as CAS or Shibboleth.
- Experience configuring SSO integrations.
- Experience with Citrix Netscalers or other load balancers.
- Experience with automation using Ansible, powershell, or similar technology.
- Experience administering Java applications on Tomcat and/or JBOSS.
- Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Entra.
- Demonstrated understanding of core IAM concepts.
- Demonstrated understanding of network or host-based firewalls.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.
Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499704 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the stated minimum qualifications, and any preferred qualifications they may possess, in their application materials.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on July 31, 2026.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.
All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.
