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Join UCAR's EIP team as a Systems Administrator IV to manage core services like DNS, DHCP, and Google Workspace while driving Linux environments and ensuring seamless operations through strategic planning and scripting.

Responsibilities: Manage core services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Email, and more) and enhance enterprise services while providing top-tier user support and collaborating across departments.

Skills: Expertise in Red Hat Linux, complex enterprise services administration, advanced system lifecycle management, and proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python, PHP).

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field with 12+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience.

Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA

Compensation: $117279 - $117279 / Annually

UCAR's Enterprise Infrastructure & Platforms (EIP) team is seeking a proactive and experienced professional to manage and evolve our core services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Email, Google Workspace, Identity Management, RADIUS) and drive our Linux-based environments.

If you're passionate about scripting (shell, Perl, Python), strategic planning, and ensuring seamless operations, join us and power the future of scientific discovery!

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Job Location: Boulder, CO (Hybrid with a minimum of 3 days a week is required to be on-site)

Position Type & Term: Full-time, Regular

Relocation Assistance: Not Available for this position

VISA Sponsorship : Not available for this position.

• Applicant MUST be (a) a U.S. citizen; (b) lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or (c) a protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324 b(a)(3).

Application Deadline: July 25, 2025

Required application materials:

• Resume/CV
• Application Questionnaire: You will be required to complete a questionnaire as part of the application. 

Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more .

Additional Requirements

• MUST BE a U.S. Person - a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Required to work outside of regular working hours occasionally.
• Required to travel occasionally for training.
• Willingness to serve on and potentially lead institution-wide committees to help shape policies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• As a core team member, you'll be an expert in Linux systems, DNS, DHCP, mail relay, LDAP, RADIUS, and Google Workspace administration, driving the planning, installation, and continuous enhancement of our enterprise services while providing top-tier customer support and collaborating across all of UCAR.
• You'll be a key player in our infrastructure environment, providing expert, on-demand support to users and administrators alike, efficiently resolving issues via our help desk. You enjoy staying current on industry best practices.
• Represents EIP on UCAR-wide committees and acts as an alternate for others if necessary. Works with peers across the organization.

Education & Experience REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field and twelve or more years of progressive, relevant experience.
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED:

• Expertise in heterogeneous environments, especially Red Hat Linux, with deep knowledge of installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and tuning complex enterprise-class services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, RADIUS, SMTP, Federated Identity, authentication systems).
• Advanced proficiency in system lifecycle management, including security, performance, and vendor relations, coupled with a firm grasp of collaboration and backup solutions.
• Skilled in at least two programming languages (e.g., Perl, Python, PHP) and familiarity with Agile project management.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical teams to senior leadership.
• Proven ability to multitask and collaborate effectively within a team, actively listening to needs and crafting high-level technical solutions.