Systems Engineer

Hesston College seeks an experienced and service-focused professional to serve as Systems Engineer. This role reports to the director of information technology and will support the college’s on-premise and cloud infrastructure ensuring reliable, secure systems that serve academic, administrative and residential technology needs across campus. This is a full-time, 12-month, on-site, benefits eligible position.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and manage Windows/Linux environments, virtualization platforms and identity/access systems.
• Support cloud and hybrid environments, including migrations and optimization.
• Oversee backups, disaster recovery, monitoring and system performance.
• Implement secure configurations and support FERPA/GLBA compliance.
• Provide tier‑2/3 support and collaborate with ERP, LMS and CRM system owners.
• Maintain documentation and participate in on‑call rotations. Occasional evening/weekend maintenance.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, computer science, engineering or equivalent experience. Experience in higher education is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience with enterprise systems engineering.
• Strong experience with Windows/Linux servers, virtualization and identity management.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), backup solutions and monitoring tools.
• Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• ERP/LMS support, SAN/NAS storage or research computing experience.
• Certifications (Microsoft, VMware, Red Hat).
• Knowledge of configuration management (Action1, SCCM, Intune), IaC and networking fundamentals.
• Strong communication and customer‑service focus.
• Commitment to student-centered education and the mission of Hesston College.

To apply, send letter of interest, application and resume to joinus@hesston.edu. Application review will begin immediately with a hiring date TBD based on the ideal applicant’s availability. This position is currently filled through an external contract, so there is not a set timeline on when the new position will begin.