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# Systems Administrator IV

- **Company:** Sdsu's Principles Of Community
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $98,772.0 - $143,880.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Data Centers, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Linux Servers, Microsoft Software, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Server Operating Systems & Platforms
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careersingovernment.com/job/2638411/systems-administrator-iv/

## About the Role

We're looking for an experienced systems professional who enjoys designing infrastructure, solving challenging technical problems, and helping other engineers grow.

Experience in the following areas is especially important:

 * Enterprise server infrastructure and administration
 * Enterprise directory services
 * Cloud infrastructure and services
 * Windows and/or Linux server environments
 * Virtualization technologies
 * PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting
 * Configuration management and systems automation
 * Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity
 * Enterprise infrastructure security
 * Technical project leadership and mentoring

Certifications from Microsoft, AWS, CompTIA, Red Hat, Linux Professional Institute, or similar organizations are a plus, but not required., Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis., * Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure, including server infrastructure, directory services, and cloud environments.

 * Demonstrated knowledge of enterprise server administration, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
 * Demonstrated experience administering and supporting enterprise directory services.
 * Demonstrated experience supporting cloud infrastructure and services in an enterprise environment.
 * Strong scripting and automation skills using at least one of the following: PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
 * Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and support reliable, secure, and scalable enterprise systems.
 * Preferred Qualifications:
 * Relevant certification(s) in systems administration, cloud infrastructure, or architecture from Microsoft, AWS, CompTIA, Red Hat, Linux Professional Institute, or a comparable provider.

Licenses/Certifications Required

 * Valid California Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
 * This position requires successful completion of a State of California Department of Justice background check due to responsibilities supporting police department servers and accessing sensitive law enforcement systems.

## Description

San Diego State University is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator IV to provide senior technical leadership for the enterprise infrastructure that powers the university's academic, research, and business operations. In this role, you'll design and support complex on-premises and cloud environments, lead infrastructure projects, solve enterprise-level technical challenges, and help ensure critical systems remain secure, reliable, and scalable.

In this role, you'll also guide and mentor other systems administrators while helping shape infrastructure solutions and improvements across SDSU., * Enterprise Infrastructure & Architecture

 + Lead the design, implementation, configuration, and optimization of complex enterprise systems across on-premises and cloud environments.
 + Administer server platforms, directory services, virtualization, operating systems, and related infrastructure.
 + Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend scalable solutions that strengthen performance, security, and reliability.
 + Serve as a senior technical advisor on complex infrastructure requirements, architecture, and system integrations.
 * Systems Administration & Automation
 + Maintain enterprise servers and infrastructure, including system configuration, patching, upgrades, monitoring, backup, and recovery.
 + Automate administrative processes, deployments, updates, and system management using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
 + Perform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex production and infrastructure issues.
 + Maintain configuration standards and technical documentation for enterprise systems.
 * Security, Reliability & Disaster Recovery
 + Implement security controls, patches, access management, and monitoring to protect university systems and data.
 + Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies for critical infrastructure.
 + Monitor system performance and capacity and proactively address availability, security, and reliability risks.
 * Technical Leadership & Collaboration
 + Lead complex infrastructure projects from technical design through implementation and validation.
 + Provide lead work direction, training, and mentorship to systems administration staff.
 + Collaborate with technical teams, campus stakeholders, and vendors on infrastructure initiatives and system enhancements.
 + Help establish and improve technical processes, standards, and practices across enterprise infrastructure operations., * Engineer infrastructure at scale - Support the enterprise systems behind teaching, research, and university operations across SDSU.
 * Lead technically - Take ownership of complex projects and architecture decisions while remaining hands-on with the technology.
 * Work across cloud and on-prem environments - Design and support a broad enterprise infrastructure ecosystem rather than a narrow technology stack.
 * Grow the team - Share your expertise through technical leadership, mentorship, and the development of stronger infrastructure practices., * Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
 * This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
 * Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
 * This position is eligible for telecommuting up to 3 days per week with on-site presence on campus at SDSU in San Diego., IT Infrastructure Operations (ITIO) designs, implements, operates, and maintains enterprise systems infrastructure supporting the university's academic, research, and business operations. This critical infrastructure includes data center and cloud environments, directory services, server platforms, virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery., The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


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