Job Summary
Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux Environments)
Purdue University / West Lafayette Indiana
Join a collaborative, on-site team where your expertise helps power reliable, secure, and scalable infrastructure. This role is ideal for a systems professional who enjoys both hands-on technical work and contributing to the bigger picture of enterprise IT environments.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, install, configure, test, and maintain enterprise-level Windows and Linux systems
- Monitor server performance and health while maintaining clear, up-to-date documentation
- Support day-to-day operations and long-term reliability of core infrastructure systems
- Collaborate with teammates to improve processes, architecture, and system design
- Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the environment
- Participate in Data Center Operations, including critical facility infrastructure
- Contribute to an on-call rotation to ensure system availability and responsiveness
What Makes This Role Compelling
- You’ll work in an integrated team environment where your input shapes infrastructure decisions
- The role balances operational stability with forward-looking design and improvement
- Exposure to both Windows and Linux ecosystems at an enterprise scale
- Opportunity to influence system lifecycle management and reliability practices
What You Bring
- Proven ability to independently manage systems under general supervision
- Strong troubleshooting mindset and attention to operational detail
- Interest in staying current with evolving technologies and infrastructure trends
If you’re looking for a role where your technical skills directly contribute to a stable, secure, and evolving IT environment—and where your ideas are valued—this could be a great fit.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: Windows, or Linux systems administration. Hardware troubleshooting and maintenance of servers, peripherals, and networking systems preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Skills Required:
- Knowledge of one or more of the following is required; familiarity of the rest is desired: Windows or Linux. Familiarity with servers from HPE, Dell, and Supermicro
- Ability to troubleshoot a variety of environments
- Must be able to travel between campuses
Additional Information:
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional 2
- Pay Band S065
- Job Code #20002140
Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $62,400 to $66,300 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.
Who We Are
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EOE employer.