Enterprise Infrastructure & Platforms Systems Administrator IV

Job Description Summary:Are you a highly skilled Systems Administrator ready to lead the charge on critical enterprise infrastructure?

UCAR's Enterprise Infrastructure & Platforms (EIP) team is seeking a proactive and experienced professional to manage and evolve our core services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Email, Google Workspace, Identity Management, RADIUS) and drive our Linux-based environments.

If you're passionate about scripting (shell, Perl, Python), strategic planning, and ensuring seamless operations, join us and power the future of scientific discovery!

Position Details:

Visa Sponsored Job:

No

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Job Location:

Boulder, Colorado

Position Type & Term:

Full time, Regular

Compensation Range:

Salary Range $117,279 - $146,600

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role.*

Application Notes

Job Location: Boulder, CO

• Hybrid (minimum of 3 days a week is required to be on-site)

Position Type & Term: Full-time, Regular

Relocation Assistance: Not Available for this position

VISA Sponsorship: Not available for this position.

• Applicant MUST be (a) a U.S. citizen; (b) lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or (c) a protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324 b(a)(3).

Application Deadline: June 24, 2025

Required application materials:

• Resume/CV

• Application Questionnaire: You will be required to complete a questionnaire as part of the application. Thorough and complete answers are essential and will be reviewed as part of the application. Incomplete questionnaires will result in the disqualification of your application.

Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.
 

Additional Requirements

• MUST BE a U.S. Person - a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

• Required to work outside of regular working hours occasionally.

• Required to travel occasionally for training.

• Willingness to serve on and potentially lead institution-wide committees to help shape policies.

What You Will Do

Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a core team member, you'll be an expert in Linux systems, DNS, DHCP, mail relay, LDAP, RADIUS, and Google Workspace administration, driving the planning, installation, and continuous enhancement of our enterprise services while providing top-tier customer support and collaborating across all of UCAR.

• You'll be a key player in our infrastructure environment, providing expert, on-demand support to users and administrators alike, efficiently resolving issues via our help desk. You enjoy staying current on industry best practices.

• Represents EIP on UCAR-wide committees and acts as an alternate for others if necessary. Works with peers across the organization.

Who We'd Love To Join Our Team

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:

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Education & Experience REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field and twelve or more years of progressive, relevant experience.

• OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED:

• Expertise in heterogeneous environments, especially Red Hat Linux, with deep knowledge of installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and tuning complex enterprise-class services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, RADIUS, SMTP, Federated Identity, authentication systems).

• Advanced proficiency in system lifecycle management, including security, performance, and vendor relations, coupled with a firm grasp of collaboration and backup solutions.

• Skilled in at least two programming languages (e.g., Perl, Python, PHP) and familiarity with Agile project management.

• Exceptional communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical teams to senior leadership.

• Proven ability to multitask and collaborate effectively within a team, actively listening to needs and crafting high-level technical solutions.

Benefits Overview 

UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance,  UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include:

• Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities

• UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one

• Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)

• 10 paid holidays

• 10 days of sick leave each year

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary

• EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost

Commitment to Job Application Fairness

Applicants are not required to provide age or age-related information and may redact information related to age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution from any submissions during the initial application process.

Some Final Considerations

At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science  problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss. Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun’s core.

Flexible Work

At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid (three days per week) and/or flexible work hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR.

Export Control

All positions are required to comply with U.S. export compliance regulations work location requirements regarding access to facilities and research systems.

Visa Wait Times

Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.

Work Location

UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

AI Software

ChatGPT and similar AI software are powerful tools that are changing the way society receives, processes, and leverages information promptly. While we acknowledge its benefits and do not restrict leveraging it with job applications, we highly encourage a majority of the applicant material to be original work.