Job Details

Systems Administrator II

Position Number: 9775470
Location: Buffalo, United States
Position Type: Computing - Network/System Administration

Systems Administrator II

Position Information

Position Title: Systems Administrator II
Department: Enterprise Infrastructure Services
Posting Link: <a href=""https://apptrkr.com/9775470"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63910
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) at the University at Buffalo is searching for a Systems Administrator II to utilize cutting-edge technologies and their expertise in computing and information systems to develop, manage, and support sophisticated IT services including server and cloud services. They play a pivotal role in maintaining the operational excellence of UB, recognized as the top public research university in New York and ranked among the top 40 public universities nationwide. This is a campus-based position with the possibility of hybrid-work.

Responsibilities include:

Provide on-premises and cloud IT system support, including windows servers
Design and implement new on-premises and cloud IT infrastructure and systems
Communicate professionally & effectively with teammates, management, peers, colleagues, and university constituents
Maintain and improve technical and professional knowledge and skills
Work as part of a team

Additional Information:

It is a great time to join UB Information Technology (UBIT)! Our staff are highly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edge training and technical resources at their disposal. For more information about UBIT visit our website. All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occur in a 247 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required.

Learn more:

Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
Being part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of experience in a computer/technical field OR master's degree with one (1) year of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with windows system administration
Experience supporting the following technologies:
- Azure Cloud infrastructure design and management
- Active Directory
- MS Entra ID
- PKI
- Microsoft 365 platform and services including email
- VMWare
- HyperV
- Compute hardware support including HPE servers
- Listserv
- VEEAM backup

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$80,000 - $90,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Christina Candlena
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Assistant Director, EIS
Contact's Email: candlena@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-5188

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/19/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 10/08/2026