Network/Computer Systems Administrator II

Network/Computer Systems Administrator II

Department: Information Technology

Employment Detail: Full-Time

Salary: $30.14/Hour

Applications received by June 30, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

DUTIES:

• Assists the Assistant Director of IT - Network Services/Computer Support regarding
• Responsibility of the overall efficiency and secure use of core server operating systems and hardware and enterprise networks;
• Account maintenance & management, authentication, security policies, network firewalls;
• Coordination of campus-wide Anti-virus, Spam, Malware and security functionality for the protection of all campus IT resources;
• Development of technical procedures, planning and coordination regarding disaster recovery, and enterprise backups;
• Configuration and maintenance of network switches, routers, VLANS, Firewalls, DNS enterprise hierarchy, IPV4, IPV6, and network logical design;
• Oversee com-room equipment rack cable management, to include port activation and VLAN management;
• Support and maintain enterprise wireless system. Knowledge of network access control, wireless controllers, access points, and associated management;
• Knowledge, application and ensured stability of campus active directory services including account management and group policy settings;
• Microsoft Entra ID / Azure Cloud Administration: Help administer and manage identities, access, and resources within Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) and Microsoft Azure, including user provisioning, security policies, conditional access, and cloud resource management.
• Oversight and implementation of print services, file shares, permissions and alternatives;
• Leverage PowerShell / Scripting to automate and implement solutions;
• SAN/NAS maintenance;
• Data Center level support services to include preventive maintenance, server upgrades (physical/virtual), backups/restores, environmental monitoring, management, log interpretation, routers, switches, firmware updates, etc.;
• Server systems/network failure analysis and resolution;
• Performance and operational readiness evaluations and monitoring;
• Install, configure, maintain graphical displays to properly monitor network traffic and ensure continual network connectivity, resource monitoring and trend analysis;

Required Qualifications:

• Qualifying candidates must have an Associate in Networking/Technology/Information Technology or will obtain degree by May 31, 2026 (or related field) or 4 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• It is preferred candidates have experience in the configuration and maintenance of Local Area Networks, Enterprise Systems Management and Advanced System Administration

Physical Demands

• Lift over 50 pounds
• Walk, bend, sit, stand for extended periods of time
• Kneel, climb ladders 6 ft and higher, crouch
• Carry equipment up a maximum of three flights of stairs
• Move equipment via a cart across campus, which includes up and down hills.

For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include

• Cover letter addressing qualifications
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veteran's) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
• Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.