Systems Administrator

Cornell College seeks a highly motivated and experienced Systems Administrator to join the Information Technology department.

In this critical role, you will be a key member of our IT infrastructure team, responsible for ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of technology across campus.

This position requires a previous role in systems administration, with a focus on automation, security, cloud technologies, and emerging IT trends.

Key Responsibilities:


* Administer, maintain, and secure servers, virtual machines, and network
infrastructure.


* Assist with regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and DR planning.


* Manage and optimize cloud services (AWS, Azure, etc.) and backups


* Develop and implement automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, SQL) to
streamline tasks, reduce manual effort, and improve efficiency.


* Manage and optimize software deployments with Microsoft Configuration
Manager or Intune.


* Assist faculty and researchers with the selection, implementation, and support of
research software and hardware.


* Work closely with the Network Engineer, Desktop Support team, and other IT
staff to ensure seamless technology operations.


* Research and evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML in IT, edge computing)


* Contribute to the development and implementation of IT strategic plans.


* Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve issues.


* Provide technical support and guidance to faculty, staff, and students


* Other duties as assigned

About Cornell College 

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule.

This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning.

Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S.

and worldwide.

We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Qualifications and Education Requirements


* Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (associates
required, bachelor’s preferred)


* Minimum of 3 years experience as a systems administrator


* Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) is essential.


* Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and their security implications.


* Prior management of backup and recovery along with DR planning/execution


* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)


* Solid foundation in networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching).


* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving sk...