Senior System Administrator

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, MO, United States
19 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$65,020.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Software Applications Computer Programming Databases Systems Analysis Network Planning and Design Software Systems VMware Infrastructure Computer Equipment Information Technology

Job description

We are recruiting to fill a Senior System Administrator position to installs, maintains, and monitors the operation of the organization’s operating systems, servers, storage and virtual infrastructure. The position participates in strategic planning efforts, capacity planning, functional and technical design of enterprise systems, and resolution of complex problems. The Senior System Administrator works with a high level of independence and can function as a team lead. Performs the highest level of troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs/fixes for hardware and software related problems. Responsibilities - What you’ll do

  • Designs, writes, maintains, documents and tests computer systems and configurations of moderate complexity and clearly defined segments of more complex configuration programs
  • Assists in ensuring 24/7 availability of services and infrastructure
  • Responds to after-hours emergencies; lead the mitigation and resolution processes
  • Monitors and audits the health and availability of OSCA systems
  • Responds to questions from customers needing assistance; identifies problem source and resolves problems; refers and discusses problems with supervisor or other designated contacts, as appropriate

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with at least 15 hours in computer science or computer information systems and 3 years of experience in computer programming, systems analysis and design, network design and configuration, or work with primary responsibility for the configuration of computer hardware or software in a mainframe, midrange and computer environment or with installation and configuration of operation systems, network design and configuration, installing and configuring software applications, identifying and resolving customer problems and working with complex hardware or software systems in a mainframe, midrange or computer environment

Additional experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education., * Physical ability to perform the job include carrying, standing, and lifting computer equipment

  • Considerable knowledge of the principles of computer programming and systems analysis, design, testing and documentation
  • Extensive knowledge of the general operating principles and capabilities of computer hardware and software
  • Considerable knowledge of computer networking and telecommunications
  • Extensive knowledge of computer operating systems
  • Considerable knowledge of database management systems

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Pension plan

About the company

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. More information regarding employment and benefits can be found here: OSCA Benefits. To review an interactive total compensation calculator, click the following link: Compensation Calculator Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

Please send inquiries regarding this position or questions regarding employment with the Office of State Courts Administrator to: OSCAHumanResources@courts.mo.gov The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

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