Systems Engineer Level 1, 2, or 3

Join a vibrant team at UAA, where your contributions will directly impact our students, faculty, and staff. With opportunities to grow across Systems Engineer I (Grade 80), Systems Engineer II (Grade 81), and Senior Systems Engineer (Grade 82) roles, you’ll find a path to match your experience and ambitions. Enjoy a collaborative environment, access to cutting-edge tools, and the chance to shape the future of IT in higher education.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of enterprise IT infrastructure? UAA is seeking dynamic Systems Engineers to join our cutting-edge IT Services team. In this role, you’ll design, manage, and optimize critical systems powering UAA’s operations, from Azure cloud infrastructure (Entra ID, M365, Azure Virtual Desktop) and VMware virtualization (vSphere, Horizon, vSAN) to hybrid data center solutions and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes). Whether you’re leading small teams, tackling complex projects, or driving organization-wide initiatives, your work will ensure seamless, secure, and innovative IT services for our university community.

What You’ll Do
Build and maintain enterprise server, storage, and database solutions, integrating Azure, AWS, VMware, and Google Cloud technologies.

Automate processes with Ansible and scripting (PowerShell, Python) to support virtual desktops, SQL databases, and more.

Manage data center and co-location facilities, ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and operational excellence.

Apply ITIL processes to troubleshoot issues, monitor systems, and deliver reliable IT support.

Lead or contribute to projects that shape UAA’s technological landscape, from moderate to large-scale complexity, depending on your grade level.

To excel as a Systems Engineer at UAA, you’ll need:
Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of Azure, VMware, Ansible, and containerization, with hands-on experience in enterprise IT environments.

Problem-Solving Prowess: Strong analytical skills to tackle undefined challenges, from server outages to complex system integrations.

Collaboration & Leadership: The ability to work with cross-functional teams, lead workgroups (especially at higher grades), and foster a culture of innovation.

Adaptability: A passion for staying current with evolving technologies like cloud platforms, virtualization, and automation tools.

Communication: Clear written and verbal skills to document processes, train colleagues, and align with stakeholders.


Minimum Qualifications:

Junior Systems Engineer (Grade 80)
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology or other related field) and 3 years experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Systems Engineer (Grade 81)
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology or other related field) and 4 years progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Senior Systems Engineer (Grade 82)
Master’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology or other related field) and 4 years progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, 81, or 82, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Allen Fox at wafox@alaska.edu.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.