Programmer Analyst

SYS ADM 3 TX (004471)

UCPath Position ID: 40046020

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1142239

Approved Date:

10/1/2025 11:10:16 AM

Date Last Edited:

10/1/2025 11:10:09 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/9/2024

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1130O

Organization:

HENRY SAMUELI SCHOOL ENGR & APPL SCIENCE

Division Code:

1131D

Division:

ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIEN DIV

Department:

014500 - COMPUTER SCIENCE

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40046020

Position Description ID

167938

UC Payroll Title:

SYS ADM 3 TX (004471)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

TX: Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

4 - Staff: Limited

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40066024

Reports to Payroll Title:

SYS ADMSTN SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

41105073

Department Head Payroll Title:

ADMIN MGR 1

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for administration of department Linux servers and workstations running a variety of Linux operating systems, including installation and configuration of hardware, operating systems, and software. This position will also include an emphasis on computer security in the department. Duties include researching security issues and provide security solutions for department servers, workstations and network. Work with the hardware group in setting up network monitoring software to insure a stable network. Provide technical consultation on Unix-related and security issues for research groups within the department.

The Computer Science Department strives for excellence in creating, applying, and imparting knowledge in computer science and engineering through comprehensive educational programs, research in collaboration with industry and government, dissemination through scholarly publications, and service to professional societies, the community, the state, and the nation.

Administration of department servers and workstations

1. responsible for administration of department Linux servers and workstations running a variety of Linux operating systems 2. installation and configuration of hardware, operating systems, and software

50%

Computer Security in the department

1. researching security issues and provide security solutions for department servers, workstations and network 2. Work with the hardware group in setting up network monitoring software to insure a stable network 3. Provide technical consultation on Unix-related and security issues for research groups within the department

50%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of two years of experience in installing and maintaining system-level software in a Linux environment

Required

Demonstrated detailed knowledge of the Unix operating system and available system resources

Required

Working knowledge of all computer hardware with the ability to troubleshoot and fix when necessary

Required

Detailed knowledge of computer security issues, security resources available and possess the the ability to adapt to changing security needs of the department

Preferred

Working knowledge of networking and common communication protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP

Required

Ability to interact with both technical and non-technical users regarding solutions and security issues

Preferred

Must have good working knowledge of shell scripting

Required

Must have good working knowledge of ZFS

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Engineering VI

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.