Systems Administrator

Calendar and Compensation

• $117,956.43 - $158,025.96 annually (CMC Salary Schedule, Range 12)
• Generous health plan options (medical, dental and vision), including several that require no employee contribution for full family coverage
• 260 day calendar

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Technology Services or designee, the Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration, support, security, and improvement of the District's technology infrastructure, enterprise systems, and cybersecurity program. The position coordinates technology projects, supports operational continuity, and provides technical leadership for infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity preparedness, and enterprise technology initiatives that support instructional and business operations across the District.

Primary Responsibilities

Systems Administration and Infrastructure

• Administer, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot District servers, cloud services, enterprise applications, network infrastructure, and related systems.
• Support Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Active Directory, identity management, wireless systems, virtualization platforms, and storage environments.
• Monitor system performance, backups, disaster recovery systems, and operational continuity procedures.
• Coordinate software updates, hardware lifecycle replacement, licensing, and technology standards.
• Respond to system outages, service disruptions, and critical technical incidents.
• Maintain system documentation, inventories, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and service providers regarding technical support and contracted services.
• Provide advanced technical support and guidance to District staff and technology personnel.
• Administer and maintain Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms, including Microsoft Intune, Mosyle, Apple School Manager, and Google MDM, to provision, secure, track, and update endpoint devices across the District.
• Serve as the Tier 2/3 technical escalation point for the technology support staff, providing mentorship and resolving the most complex infrastructure and system outages.
• Manage enterprise identity architectures, ensuring secure SAML/SSO authentication, API integrations, and automated data syncing between the Student Information System (e.g., Aeries) and core platforms.

Cybersecurity

• Assist in developing and maintaining a comprehensive District cybersecurity program aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Coordinate cybersecurity initiatives to protect District systems, student data, employee information, and operational technology infrastructure.
• Oversee cybersecurity tools and systems including endpoint protection, multi-factor authentication, email security, content filtering, and threat monitoring platforms.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, vulnerability reviews, and remediation planning.
• Support cybersecurity incident response activities including investigation, containment, recovery, and documentation.
• Coordinate disaster recovery and business continuity planning related to technology systems and cybersecurity readiness.
• Assist with compliance related to FERPA, CIPA, COPPA, data privacy requirements, and applicable cybersecurity standards.
• Coordinate staff cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives.
• Monitor cybersecurity trends, threats, and emerging technologies relevant to K�12 education environments.

Project Management

• Plan, coordinate, and manage technology projects from initiation through implementation and completion.
• Develop project timelines, implementation schedules, communication plans, and project documentation.
• Coordinate technology deployments, infrastructure upgrades, software implementations, and systems integration projects.
• Monitor project scope, budgets, deliverables, timelines, and vendor performance.
• Collaborate with school sites, departments, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project implementation.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for District leadership.
• Assist with evaluating technology solutions, preparing specifications, and supporting procurement processes.
• Coordinate testing, training, and transition activities related to new technology systems.

Who we are

Campbell Union High School District, located in the heart of the Silicon Valley, is a small, close knit district committed to ensuring every student is ready for the future. We strive to be data-informed and focused on results, while promoting humanity, kindness, and personal responsibility. We are proud to provide a supportive environment of collaboration among our staff. 

We know that high quality teachers, administrators and staff are key to our students' success and are working to retain and recruit passionate and effective talent.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Enterprise systems administration and network infrastructure.
• Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, virtualization, cloud computing, and identity management systems.
• Cybersecurity principles, incident response practices, and cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and CIS Controls.
• Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity practices.
• Technology project management methods and implementation practices.
• Applicable laws and regulations related to student data privacy and information security.
• Customer service and technical support practices.
• Develop or manage scripts and API integrations to automate account provisioning and lifecycle management.

Ability to:

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical and operational issues.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Analyze cybersecurity risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Communicate technical information effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors, and District leadership.
• Prepare clear reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
  
   

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, or related field preferred.
• Increasingly responsible experience in systems administration, network administration, or enterprise technology support.
• Experience managing technology projects and cybersecurity initiatives preferred.
• Experience in K�12 education or public sector environments desirable.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid California driver's license.
• Industry certifications or project management certifications are desirable

Working Conditions

Environment: Office environment

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 50%  of the time.
• Constantly operate a computer keyboard, calculator and other office machines.
• Ability to communicate and accurately exchange/provide information.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
• Manual dexterity to appropriately control and manipulate objects, materials, and equipment used on
  the job, including telephone and computer.
• Have mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods, and access all
  locations in the work environment.
• Lift, carry, push or pull items with a strength factor of up to 40 pounds. 
   

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and, qualifications required for this position.

It is the policy of Campbell Union High School District (CUHSD) to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment.  District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Penal Code 422.55, or Government Code 11135, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics (Board Policy 5145.3 and 4030 through 4032).