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# Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
- **Location:** Yakima, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $52,790.0 - $65,998.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Server Applications, Network Operating System (NOS), Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Literacy, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Networking Hardware, Network Security, Microsoft SharePoint, Backup and Restore, Wireless Access Point, Peripherals, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Computer Equipment
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=650956d3f4fa6f77

## About the Role

* 2nd Quartile ($59,400-$66,000/annual). Developing to proficient; generally 3 to 5 years at this level or equivalent. Proficient across core responsibilities, consistently meets and sometimes exceeds expectations, and has established credibility with colleagues and partners.
 * 3rd Quartile ($66,000-$72,600/annual). Fully qualified and performing at market rate. The midpoint marks the fully qualified employee whose performance is satisfactory in all respects. Substantial experience, generally 5 to 10 years; consistently strong performance; serves as a trusted expert resource.
 * 4th Quartile ($72,600-$79,200/annual). Highly skilled, consistently high-performing, high-contributing. Extensive experience, typically 10 or more years; recognized institutional expert whose work adds significant value. Reserved for the most senior and exceptional cases.

Requirements:

Education:

 * Required: Associate's Degree

Experience:

 * Required: 1-3 years

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Skill in effective communication (both written and oral); skill in independent decision making; skill in installation, repair, and maintenance of network and/or computer hardware, software, and peripherals; skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature; skill in current and applicable computer programming languages relative to the assignment; skill in problem solving; knowledge of computer and network operating systems; knowledge of customer service principles and practices; ability to maintain professional composure in emergent and crisis situations; and ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position.

## Description

* Manages and maintains Hyper-V environment, Active Directory domains, DNS, DHCP, file, print, database, and application servers.
 * Monitors and performs system backups and recovery including regular testing of disaster recovery procedures. Reviews, validates, and deploys software updates during application rollout to production environments.
 * Performs cybersecurity operations and monitoring of security events and resolves as necessary. Responds to all security incidents in an appropriate and timely manner.
 * Performs administrative tasks in Entra ID, Intune, Microsoft 365, Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint.
 * Maintains and monitors client workstations and performs operating system updates and software updates. Manages Windows provisioning tools and provides Tier 2 support for Help Desk employees.
 * Manages all WAN, LAN, and wireless connectivity; monitors network performance and tunes systems as necessary. Configures and provisions network devices, firewalls, switches, access points, etc. Maintains network security controls and remote services of the organization.
 * Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need., * 1st Quartile ($52,800-$59,400/annual). New to this level or role. Brings relevant experience but is new to the scope of work at this level; developing the full breadth of the role; generally 0 to 3 years at this level. Meets expectations and is still establishing a track record.


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