IT Systems & Cloud Engineer #005074

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• UNC Asheville Human Resources, The Systems & Cloud Engineer supports the design, administration, and ongoing improvement of the University’s cloud, server, identity, and core infrastructure environments. This position works across Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, virtualization, storage, backup, and related infrastructure platforms.

The position partners with other ITS teams to implement reliable, secure, and sustainable technology solutions while supporting modernization, automation, documentation, and infrastructure hardening efforts., * Higher Ed Jobs

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Required Documents

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• Resume
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Information Technology & Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Systems Engineering, Human Resources, Mentoring, Training/Teaching, News Reporting, Tuition Fees, Information Technology & Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or a Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming or closely related area; or an Associate’s degree in Computer Information Technology, Computer Engineering Technology or Networking Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming or closely related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer information systems or a related IT field or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in IT systems administration or a closely related area.
• Windows Server Administrator Associate, or Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator, or Identity and Access Administrator Associate certification(s).
• Four years of previous IT Systems and Network Administration Experience.
• Experience working in higher education.
• An understanding of business needs and commitment to delivering high-quality, prompt, and efficient service to the University community

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory environments, including Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
• Working knowledge of cloud productivity and identity platforms such as Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure/Entra ID, Google Workspace, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of virtualization, server infrastructure, storage, and enterprise backup concepts.
• Understanding of identity and access management, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and general cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and system configuration records.
• Ability to use scripting, APIs, or automation technologies such as PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a technical team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to learn and support new technologies as institutional needs evolve.
• Ability to pass annual FBI CJIS background check.

Posting Detail Information

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Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

Position Type EHRA Staff Title IT Systems & Cloud Engineer #005074 Position Number 005074 Recruitment Range $80,000-$90,990 Work Schedule and Hours

Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm, additional hours on evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the department and university.

Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community., Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community.

In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025.

Research.com - #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC

US News & World Report - #9 in Top Public Schools