Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus, it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1,568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report, holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
VUU provides a robust array of academic programs, including 35 Bachelor’s, 11 Master’s, and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible, high-quality education, instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students, faculty, and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institution’s mission. The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.
The Systems Manager is responsible for the planning, implementation, management, and support of the university’s enterprise systems and technology infrastructure. This position ensures the security, availability, and efficiency of campus-wide systems that support academic, administrative, and research functions. The Systems Manager will oversee system integrations, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with stakeholders across the university to align IT services with institutional goals.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive IT systems administration/management experience, preferably in higher education.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds.

• Oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, LMS, HRIS, CRM, and related applications).
• Manage system upgrades, patching, and security updates to ensure stability and compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to identify system needs and deliver technology solutions that improve efficiency and user experience.
• Supervise and provide leadership to systems administrators and support staff, ensuring professional development and accountability.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, policies, and procedures in alignment with IT governance standards.
• Ensure compliance with data security, privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.), and university IT policies.
• Manage vendor contracts, licenses, and service agreements; serve as the primary liaison with external technology partners.
• Lead system integration projects, ensuring interoperability between university applications and third-party tools.