Systems AdministratorConditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC. • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Systems Administrator
Conditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC.
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Job Summary The Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research (CBAR), an organization within the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, is responsible for the design, monitoring, and statistical analysis of clinical trials and observational studies for several major national and international NIH-funded clinical research networks. CBAR employs over 100 statisticians, programmers, research scientists, faculty, and staff. The System Administrator position is part of the CBAR Infrastructure Team within the Department of Information Technology, providing state‑of‑the‑art computational expertise to support CBAR.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the IT Infrastructure Team to maintain and administer Linux, Windows, and VMware computer environments and related networks, including hardware, system software, applications software, networking, and all configurations.
Plan and conduct comprehensive infrastructure engineering duties, building, configuring, and maintaining systems, and implementing IT solutions to complex business problems.
Provide expert‑level technical and project leadership, managing and contributing to multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactively plan, coordinate, and implement system security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
Participate in new projects involving disaster recovery, compliance, business continuity, and security solutions.
Monitor performance, create accounts, and manage access to the CBAR computing environment.
Perform routine system startup and shutdown procedures, apply patches, manage and install packages, and perform updates and upgrades to maintain a stable environment, including data backups and disaster recovery operations.
Troubleshoot and resolve user and server issues promptly, documenting solutions and working directly with users to solve computing problems.
Work flexible hours, including longer hours during implementation and evaluation, and one Saturday maintenance per month.
Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting of up to approximately 50 pounds.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Minimum of two years’ post‑secondary education or relevant work experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of relevant IT experience, including 3+ years in systems administration.
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting virtual server environments and applying security measures.
Familiarity with data security compliance standards such as NIST 800-53 and 21 CFR Part 11.
Experience with the following technologies:
RedHat Linux
Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory
Virtualization (e.g., VMware)
Linux shell scripting
Statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Python) on a research computing cluster (plus)
Ansible and Jira (plus)
Excellent interpersonal skills with empathy toward coworkers and customers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Organized, detail‑oriented, self‑starter, able to communicate complex IT and security concepts effectively to non‑technical people.
Certificates and Licenses
RedHat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) and CompTia Server+ certifications required within 1year of hire if not already held; costs will be paid by the hiring department.
Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred.
Additional Information
Appointment End Date: November30,2027
Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal.
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Work Format Details This position is hybrid, with a combination of on‑campus/in‑person work and remote work. Work schedule and location will be determined by the department based on operational needs. Employees may work at a non‑Harvard location provided they are in a Harvard‑registered state and meet sponsorship requirements.
Salary Grade and Ranges Position salary grade level 057. Salary range information is available on the university salary ranges portal.
EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.
Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Harvard’s policies help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
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- English
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