Systems Administrator II
Systems Administrator II
- R112540
- Main Campus, Orlando, Florida
- Cerrando a las: feb 5 2026 - 12:00am EST
- Enterprise & Infrastructure Services
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The Opportunity:
UCF IT is seeking to hire a Systems Administrator II. This role is responsible for managing and securing endpoint systems, administering critical infrastructure services, and providing Tier 3 technical support. This position requires strong experience in endpoint management platforms, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and automation.
Responsibilities:
Configure and support Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), and/or JAMF for device management.
Maintain secure system configurations (GPOs, Intune, and/or Jamf), review and mitigate vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Respond to and resolve complex technical issues escalated from lower tiers.
Administer and maintain endpoint privilege management software to ensure least-privilege principles.
Manage and maintain file servers, print servers, and license servers.
Develop scripts and automated solutions to streamline system administration tasks and improve operational efficiency.
Document processes and configurations; mentor junior staff as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced experience configuring and supporting Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), and/or Jamf in enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and compliance enforcement through Intune/Jamf.
Experience with automation and scripting for process improvement.
Proven ability to maintain secure system configurations and enforce least-privilege principles using endpoint privilege management tools (e.g., BeyondTrust, CyberArk).
Experience providing Tier 3 technical support experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or ITIL.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 to $80,648. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Department
UCF IT Information Security OfficeWork Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pmType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$64,518.00 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
02-05-2026-12-00-AMAs a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
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