Systems Support Analyst

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Systems Support Analyst
Posting Number: 2026659
Location: San Marcos
Department: Computer Science
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $,5227.25 – $5,822.39
Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Experience (2+ years) administering enterprise servers running Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, etc.)
• Proficiency with programming and/or scripting languages (i.e., Python, Powershell, JavaScript, SQL, C++, etc.)
• General understanding and experience in web and software development (web frameworks, frontend architecture, databases, etc.)
• Experience in desktop and end-user support of Windows, MacOS, and Linux systems
• Experience identifying process improvement opportunities and designing solutions to satisfy academic, research, and/or business needs; generate documentation; determine customers needs, and deliver solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain services such as mail, NFS, network routing, LDAP, databases, web, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, remain on a project timeline, and coordinate activities between projects, but able to pivot and prioritize as needed to meet goals and immediate needs.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field OR equivalent work experience.
• Experience working in an academic environment.
• Experience administering enterprise backup solutions.
• Computer hardware troubleshooting/replacement.
• Experience in database administration and configuration (MySQL, PostGres, Oracle, etc.)
• Experience in making product evaluations and purchase recommendations.
• Understanding of common IT security protocols and remediation techniques.

Job Description:

Acts as the technical intermediary between the department computer user and Information Systems and Services to address various needs and purposes.

Job Duties:

• Configure and deploy research systems for faculty, ensuring they meet the specific needs of academic projects.
• Maintain and deploy backup solutions, manage users, network configurations, automate systems, and ensure systems security.
• Perform administrative tasks, including grant-writing, inventory management, and reporting.
• Assist with the content maintenance of the main departmental website.
• Evaluate, specify, and recommend software and hardware to support and improve the departments computing needs.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 07/13/2026
Job Close Date: 07/26/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56546

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56546 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, youll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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