Systems Administrator
University of Nebraska Lincoln
Lincoln, NE · Posted November 6, 2026
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Where Lincoln, NE ranks
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November 2026
- #3Best college towns for entry-level and junior jobs45% · of 100
- #3Best cities for entry-level and junior jobs43% · of 100
- #4Best cities for junior jobs in the Midwest43% · of 69
- #5Best college towns for junior jobs in the Midwest45% · of 51
- #19Best cities for remote-friendly jobs8% · of 100
- #19Cities with the most hybrid jobs in the Midwest12% · of 67
Rankings about engineering jobs
- Best cities for software and engineering jobs #1 San Francisco (3,412 openings)
- Best cities for engineering pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($216k)
- Most requested AI skills in engineering jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (6.1%)
- AI tools named most often in engineering jobs #1 Claude (1.7%)
- Employers with the most engineering jobs #1 Amazon (2,992 roles)
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This listing does not state pay. Across 39 open systems administrator listings that state pay, the middle half runs $96,500 to $135,000 and the median is $110,000.
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About the job
Lincoln, Nebraska, Requisition Number: S_260280 Department: University Police-0823 Description of Work: Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska , the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year. We invest in our employees: Vacation, sick, and holiday pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance No-cost life insurance Employee Assistance Program Retirement plans with University match Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents Exclusive staff discounts Continuous improvement and innovation Professional development through training and education A diverse and inclusive workplace And much more! As the Systems Administrator you will: Manage the UNL Police servers, desktop computing systems, and security systems. Provide expert advice regarding security system configuration and design. Administer processes and procedures for all systems. Responsible for all first-tier technical assistance for all systems, including desktop computing equipment, access control, and CCTV . This position is not eligible for work sponsorship The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field plus two years of system administration, maintenance, and operation experience required; equivalent education/experience considered. Must possess knowledge of current Microsoft Windows desktop and server products, Microsoft Active Directory and management thereof; hardware/software troubleshooting; customer service and TCP /IP networking. Experience must demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in computer science or related field. Experience in configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of physical security systems (i.e. surveillance cameras, access control, alarms, etc.) preferred. Public safety systems application knowledge or alarm central station experience highly desired. Microsoft Certified Professional ( MCP ), Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator ( MCSA ), A+ and Server + certifications preferred. Posted Salary: $55,000/yr. minimum Job Type: Full-Time