IT SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Union
AFSCME 496.01
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Open Date
5/8/2024
Closed Date
CONTINUOUS UNTIL FILLED
Location
Administration Building - Information Technology
Description
Starting Pay: $42.1484 Hourly ($87,669)
After 1st Year: $43.6238 Hourly ($90,738)
After 2nd Year: $45.1177 Hourly ($93,845)
After 3rd Year: $46.6968 Hourly ($97,129)
After 4th Year: $48.3313 Hourly ($100,529)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), in the field of computer science, information sciences or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years' experience managing servers and SAN storage in an enterprise VMWare environment;
-AND-
One (1) year experience managing a production server in a cloud computing environment such as Azure, Amazon AWS, Google Cloud or similar for an enterprise employer;
-AND-
One or more of the following certifications: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), CompTIA Server+ and VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV);
-OR-
Associate degree, in the field of computer science, information sciences or a related field with a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing servers and SAN storage in an enterprise VMWare environment;
-AND-
One (1) year experience managing a production server in a cloud computing environment such as Azure, Amazon AWS, Google Cloud or similar for an enterprise employer;
-AND-
One or more of the following certifications: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), CompTIA Server+ and VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Certifications and other job-related trainings will be required and will change from time to time as determined by the CIO.
Must be available to respond 24/7 to address systems issues on an as needed basis when required.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs highly specialized work which includes the design, installation, administering and optimizing of servers, storage and related components to achieve high reliability and performance; ensures the availability of applications, configuring new implementations and developing processes and procedures for ongoing management of the server environment; ensures the physical security, integrity and safety of the data, servers and backup media; participates in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support and optimization of all Host hardware, software and communication links; leads and coordinates varying research/implementation projects utilizing proper documentation, tools and task management skills; works under the supervision of the Chief Information Officer or designated staff member.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:

• Plan, design, test, implement and troubleshoot enterprise server and storage systems;
• Implement and maintain security solutions;
• Ensure that proper security practices are followed including monthly patching of software, updates to firmware and review of system logs on a daily basis;
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to configuration, processes, service records and security configuration;
• Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis and resolution of complex system problems and recommend and implement corrective actions;
• Development of business continuity and disaster recovery plans and maintain current knowledge of plan executables;
• Respond to emergency outages in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans;
• Monitor the performance of managed systems to ensure proper performance and reliability;
• Provide training and written documentation for support personnel (which include Help Desk, computer technicians, trainers, internal/external customers and management;
• Manage and/or provide guidance and/or direction of subordinates;
• Write technical specifications for purchase of server hardware and software products;
• Interact and negotiate with vendors and contractors to secure software, products and services;
• Assist in research on relevant technology products, services, protocols and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry;
• Attend training seminars, conferences and trade shows to broaden knowledge of current and future issues and technologies.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Highly self-motivated and directed with solid leadership skills;
• Supervision of staff and ability to work well in a team environment;
• Knowledge and configuration of Microsoft Windows Server operating systems;
• Knowledge and configuration of Unix/Linux system administration;
• Knowledge and configuration of IT Security best practices;
• Knowledge and configuration of SAN systems;
• Knowledge and configuration of backup and recovery systems;
• Knowledge and configuration of database systems;
• Knowledge and configuration of server virtualization;
• Knowledge and configuration of servers and storage in a Cloud Computing environment;
• Knowledge and experience with Powershell scripts;
• Ability to work in and remain professional in high stress environment;
• Ability to conduct research across a wide range of computing issues;
• Ability to analyze design and architect appropriate technology solutions;
• Passion for continuous learning;
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion.

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