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Systems Engineer III

University of Central Florida
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Florida, Orlando
Jan 28, 2026
Facilities and Business Operations: The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service. Please visit us at: https://fs.ucf.edu/ or Facebook and Instagram: UCF Facilities The Opportunity: UCT IT is seeking to fill multiple Systems Engineer III vacancies. The Systems Engineer III is a mid-to-senior level role responsible for designing, building, and maintaining enterprise systems that support infrastructure and security. This position requires moderate to extensive experience with Microsoft Intune, moderate or better experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and Group Policy, experience or willingness to learn Citrix or JAMF, and the ability to architect and implement solutions for customers. The Systems Engineer III will maintain secure configuration baselines, remediate vulnerabilities, and assist with Tier 3 support tickets. Responsibilities: Build and maintain infrastructure and applications for performance and security. Configure and manage Intune, MECM, and Group Policy for compliance and device management. Manage and maintain file servers, print servers, and license servers. Monitor systems and remediate vulnerabilities to maintain security posture. Ensure secure configuration baselines are verified and enforced. Citrix administration for virtual applications and virtual machines. JAMF administration to maintain secure configuration baselines, patching, and identity management for macOS devices. Partner with stakeholders to engineer solutions that align with organizational goals. Provide Tier 3 support for complex technical issues. Mentor junior staff and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Design and implement systems and applications to meet business requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations and procedures. Assist in developing policies and standards for secure operations. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree oran equivalent combination of education and experiencepursuant toFla. Stat. 112.219(6). Preferred Qualifications: Moderate to extensive experience with one or more of the following: Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), Jamf, and Citrix. Strong problem-solving skills with experience providing Tier 3 support for complex technical issues. Solid understanding of Group Policy design and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience implementing security hardening standards (CIS benchmarks, NIST guidelines). Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with stakeholders and mentor junior staff. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate, -Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Citrix Certified Associate (CCA), or Jamf Certified Tech. Special Instructions to the Applicants: Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business. Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future. The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,809 to $94,761. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety. UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles through this requisition. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for each Systems Engineer III vacancy in this department. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation,you'llplay an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.You'llbe met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow,you'llwork alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills,andyou'llhave countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has itsperks!UCF offers: Benefitpackages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Educationassistance And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Dive intoourTotal Rewards Calculator to discover the diverseselectionavailable to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF. Unless explicitlystatedon the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF willresidein Florida as of the date the employment begins. Department UCF IT Information Security Office Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Type of Appointment Regular Expected Salary $75,809.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date 02-05-2026-12-00-AM As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu. For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.