Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

• 498613
• Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
• Information Technology
• Administrative

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Job Title

Systems Administrator

Department

Client Services Classroom Tech

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Systems Administrator I will provide "tier 2" administration, development, and support for the software management platforms, MDM and MAM enterprise applications, and related Windows servers running on physical and virtual platforms hosted in the University's data centers and the cloud (i.e., Azure, Amazon). These responsibilities include both Windows and Apple MDM applications, software distribution, and third-party patching. Responsible for using LDAP, Active Directory, ENTRA ID, and federation tools. Coordinate other Microsoft application activities with Information Technology Division (ITD) departments and campus academic and administrative departments requiring similar IT infrastructure services.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related technical discipline, is required. Note: An Associate degree or a High School diploma/High School Equivalency may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree requirement. Please refer to the required related experience for additional details.

Required Related Experience

Three or more years of full-time, progressively responsible work experience supporting and managing applications on virtualized Windows server platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud (Azure, Amazon); experience administering Microsoft Active Directory and multiple collaboration/management platforms (e.g., MECM, Intune, Jamf Pro). Note: An Associate degree with Five (5) years of progressively responsible, related experience as described above, or a High School diploma/High School Equivalency and Seven (7) years of progressively responsible related experience as described above, may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree requirement.

Desirable Related Experience

Microsoft ECM, Microsoft InTune, Jamf Pro, PowerShell, Pharos Print Management, PatchMyPC, and WSUS administration experience preferred. Experience with Apple School Manager (ASM), Windows Autopilot, and ServiceNow is also preferable. Current Microsoft Active Directory system administration.

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

Microsoft Certifications

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by June 29, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of October 15, 2026.