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Job Summary
Systems Analyst installs & maintains operating systems and related software and/or administers activities for mainframe operating system, ensuring & achieving high performance of these systems
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field. In lieu of degree, at least five (5) years of equivalent experience.• Three (3) years’ direct experience with server support and implementation to include maintaining and supporting open systems, operating systems and client server-based applications.• Solid level knowledge and experience with operations and procedures including configuring, tuning, monitoring, securing, and managing server software and hardware.• Knowledge of shell and kernel-level programming and system-specific requirements.Specialized Knowledge & Skills• Shell Programming• Kernel-level programming• Microsoft Windows• Analytical Problem Solver• Troubleshooting• Red Hat Linux System Administration• TCPIP Protocols• Domain Name System (DNS)• Storage Virtualization• Disaster Recovery• Project Management• Technical Expertise• Detail-Oriented• Interpersonal• Leadership• Multitasking• Oral Communications• Written Communication• Technical Communication
Skills
Analytical, Detail-Oriented, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Project Management
Responsibilities
Analyzes and evaluates user requests for server and technical operations, services, and support., Assists in the developing comprehensive policy and procedure documents for the open systems server infrastructure, Assists other department teams with IT server management functions including configuration, operations, installation, maintenance, and performance tuning of all server hardware and software., Monitors daily performance of systems and informs management of the status of the systems relative to previously established performance guidelines., Performs technical duties assigned, as a member of department team(s) to enhance function and availability of the open system server environment., Possesses knowledge of the strategic planning process in order to effectively maintain successful server management processes consistent with goals and objectives., Researches and implements server components including software, hardware, security, administration, policies, and procedures., Updates reporting mechanisms based on progression of projects.
Certifications
Security Requirements
This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual.
Segregation of Duties
Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual.
Employment Type
Regular
ADA Requirements
1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment