Systems Administrator

Job Description

What We're Looking For

Commitment to the mission and values of Point Loma Nazarene University

A strong grasp of system administration fundamentals, with experience supporting infrastructure systems in at least one of these areas : networking, virtualization, cloud environments, server operating systems, or endpoint management

Familiarity with authentication, access control, and core networking concepts

Comfort using command-line tools and scripting languages in a day-to-day context

A strong desire to learn and continue professional development

Ability to manage your time, document your work, and juggle multiple priorities

Someone who works well independently, but thrives in a collaborative team

What You'll Be Doing

Support and maintain both cloud and on-prem infrastructure systems and services, including server hardware, network equipment, and voice infrastructure

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot systems that power university operations

Assist with development and maintenance of internal tools and system integrations

Provide Tier 3 support for escalated technical issues

Participate in infrastructure projects and multi-phase implementations

Document procedures, configurations, and operational knowledge

Be part of an on-call rotation for after-hours coverage

Collaborate with campus departments and external vendors as needed

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with practical experience OR Demonstrated success in similar roles, with or without a formal degree OR Relevant, current industry certifications that show technical depth

Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.

​The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

Physical Requirements

The work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time

Ability to lift computers and other IT equipment, up to 30 pounds

Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard

Visual acuity to read documents, email, other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor

Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the telephone

At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.