Posting Title

Information Technology Manager

Department Overview

The Department of Computer Science in the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science is highly ranked and especially known for its work in computer systems, cyberphysical systems, cybersecurity, software engineering, and Artificial Intelligence. The department consists of approximately 68 tenured/tenure-track and instructional faculty and is located in Rice Hall, featuring state-of-the-art physical and computational infrastructure.

The University of Virginia is one of the top public universities in the nation, located in Charlottesville, which is regularly ranked among the best places to live in the United States.

Position Summary

The Department of Computer Science seeks an Information Technology Manager to provide leadership and management of its computing services group.

The computing services group supports the Department’s instructional and research mission. This includes networking, desktop and server computing, filesystems, storage, laboratory configuration, and overall computing facility operations.

The IT Manager serves as the liaison to the broader UVA computing community and is responsible for ensuring departmental compliance with UVA security policies.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage the departmental computing services group.
• Manage and supervise departmental computer support staff.
• Serve as liaison to the larger UVA computing community.

Infrastructure & Operations

• Oversee, maintain, and support the departmental computing facility.
• Coordinate equipment installation, OS installation, configuration, and power allocation.
• Manage networking, desktop and server computing environments.
• Support filesystems, storage infrastructure, and laboratory configuration.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UVA security policies.
• Oversee cybersecurity support and infrastructure.

Research & Budget Support

• Develop equipment specifications and budgets for research grants.
• Provide user support for instructional and research computing needs.

Minimum Qualifications for Systems and Network Administration Management

• BA or BS degree.
• At least 4 years of experience in:
  • Linux systems programming
  • Linux systems administration
  • Technical support
  • Cybersecurity support

Minimum Qualifications for Information Technology Management

Education: GED/High School Graduate required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Computer Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Experience: Four years experience in IT related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and familiarity with:

• Desktop hardware running Linux, MacOS, and Windows
• Server hardware, including GPU-accelerated systems
• Modern file systems (e.g., ZFS)
• Job scheduling systems (e.g., SLURM)
• Network infrastructure (routers and switches)
• Security infrastructure (firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS))
• Contemporary hardware platforms

Physical Demands

This position may require moving and installing computer equipment, including lifting hardware and working within server and laboratory environments.

Position Type & Work Location

This is a full-time position based in Charlottesville, Virginia.

About UVA and the Community

The University of Virginia is one of the nation’s leading public institutions, combining rigorous academics, world-class research, and a vibrant community. Located in Charlottesville, UVA offers a high quality of life in a region consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States.

How to Apply

Please apply online through Online and search for R0080979. Complete the application and upload the following required materials:

Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

• Cover letter
• Resume

Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume” box. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be conducted via UVA’s standard SkillSurvey process.

Contact

For questions about this position, please contact the UVA recruiter assigned to this requisition.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.