System Engineer / Senior

Evanston, IL
Exciting job opportunity with a prestigious university in the Greater Chicago Area. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their IT Cyber Platform Services team. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to support multi-tier enterprise application environments in a collaborative and innovative work setting. The ideal candidate will have extensive system administration skills across Unix and Windows platforms, with a strong technical background in infrastructure automation and excellent communication aptitude.

The university offers more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow professionally while contributing to a world-class institution in a state-of-the-art environment. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll be challenged to think critically, innovate, and build automated solutions using cutting-edge technologies like Ansible and Terraform. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of their IT infrastructure while working alongside talented peers. Plus, you’ll enjoy an excellent work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to further your education at an elite university. If you have a decade or more of experience and are looking for a new role where you can make a lasting impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Required Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • 10-12 years of System Administration or relevant experience
  • Advanced knowledge of Unix and Windows operating Systems
  • Strong experience with Ansible and Terraform
  • Experience in software/application support and maintenance
  • Coding capabilities (scripting and/ or software development)
  • Excellent problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
  • Strong database management skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Cloud integration experience
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills
  • Cross-organizational communication skills
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • ITSM (Service Request, Incident, Change) management experience
  • Basic project management experience
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 40% Unix administration
  • 40% Windows Server administration
  • 20% Infrastructure automation (Ansible, Terraform)
Daily Responsibilities
  • 60% Hands-On system administration and troubleshooting
  • 20% Project management and service ownership
  • 20% Team collaboration and communication

The Offer
  • Bonus OR Commission eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Systems Engineer
North America

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