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To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:\nThe required documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.\n\nDraft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Completed applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.\n\nPlease note, recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made.\n\nIf you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (702) 992-2320 or .\nJob Description\nNevada State University invites applications for the position of Network & Systems Administrator. This position will be responsible for the implementation, administration, troubleshooting, monitoring, support, and documentation of Nevada State University network and server infrastructure. Essential job functions include monitoring and ensuring operational continuity of mission critical network, telecommunication, virtualization, server, and storage systems; researching, installing, configuring, and maintaining related hardware; providing and managing backup and disaster recovery; providing and managing related security; and working with other Information & Technology Services units to develop end-to-end solutions.\nAbout the institution:\nNevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.\nNevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.\nWe celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.\nWe seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.\nWe encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.\nPrimary Responsibilities:\nImplement, configure, manage, maintain, troubleshoot, secure, and monitor campus network and telecommunication systems.\nImplement, configure, manage, maintain, troubleshoot, secure, and monitor campus virtualization, server and storage infrastructure and systems.\nManage network and datacenter security including configuring, supporting, testing, and monitoring campus firewalls, access control lists, intrusion detection/protection systems, directory services, etc.\nDevelop, manage, maintain, test, and monitor disaster recovery and data backup/restoration services for mission critical systems.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related field or ten (10) years of professional experience demonstrating equivalent knowledge.\nFive (5) years of experience in network administration, system administration, and information security.\nEligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).\nPlease note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience administering network/server infrastructure in large, complex multi-user environments (primarily on Cisco/Meraki Systems, Windows Environments, Microsoft Server 2016, 2019, 2022, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Radius, GPO, Azure AD and Intune, KACE Appliances, Mix of Server Hardware, Dell/Lenovo).\nExperience with server virtualization (Nutanix, VMWare and Hyper-V).\nExperience with scripting and system automation (Windows Environments, Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and Windows 10/11).\nSalary & Benefits\nBudgeted salary for this position is $77,728.00. Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.\nThis Posting is Open Until Filled\nThe posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications to begin on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply before September 29 for full consideration.\nSpecial Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants\nNevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the “Browse Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type \"Browse Jobs\" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.\nIf you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.\nExempt\nYesFull-Time Equivalent\n100.0%Required Attachment(s)\nPlease note, once you submit your application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at .\nPlease upload the following documents:\nDetailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;\nCover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;\nNames and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).\nApplications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.\nPosting Close Date\nNote to Applicant\nApplicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. 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