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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IT Specialist - **Company:** MERIVO LLC - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $95,274.0 - $114,738.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Databases, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, RAID, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Linux Distribution, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Server Administration, Service-Oriented Architecture, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Transact-SQL, Virtualization Technology, VMware Virtualization, Pega, Scripting, Data Storage Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Load Balancing, System Availability, Database Optimization, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Cassandra, Firewall Services Module, Restful APIs, Network Server, Jenkins, Vmware, Microservices - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b13650cc1d2b8199 ## About the Role * Proven experience in systems engineering with a focus on IT infrastructure management across enterprise environments. * Extensive background in system administration including storage management (RAID configurations), server administration (Windows Server & Linux), and network setup (DHCP, DNS). * Strong knowledge of solution architecture principles incorporating service-oriented architecture (SOA), microservices frameworks, and RESTful API integration. * Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V; familiarity with cloud services like Azure is a plus. * Demonstrated ability in scripting for automation purposes using Bash, Shell Scripting, T-SQL, or similar languages. * Familiarity with database management systems including MySQL, PostgreSQL; experience with database tuning and replication is advantageous. * Skilled in implementing security protocols including VPN setup, firewall configuration, Active Directory management, and information security best practices. * Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Azure DevOps for continuous integration/delivery workflows. * Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on technical troubleshooting support for complex system issues involving operating systems such as Windows Server or Linux distributions. ## Description We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Senior IT Specialist to lead and optimize our organization's information technology infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will drive the design, implementation, and management of complex systems, ensuring seamless operation, security, and scalability. Your expertise will empower our teams with innovative solutions, robust system support, and strategic architecture to meet evolving business needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to solve challenging problems, this is the opportunity for you!, * Lead the development and execution of solution architecture strategies aligned with organizational goals, utilizing technologies such as RAID controllers, microservices, and virtualization. * Manage and support IT infrastructure components including servers, storage systems, networking equipment, firewalls, VPNs, and Active Directory environments. * Oversee system administration tasks such as server backup and recovery, system tuning, performance optimization, and configuration management to ensure high availability and reliability. * Design and implement automation processes using scripting languages like Bash, Shell Scripting, PowerShell, and tools such as Jenkins and Git to streamline operations. * Support software implementation projects by troubleshooting issues related to Pegasystems platforms, databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server), and enterprise applications utilizing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture. * Conduct system troubleshooting support across diverse platforms including Windows Server administration, Linux environments, VMware virtualization, and NoSQL databases like Cassandra or MongoDB. * Ensure information security through effective firewall management, DNS configuration, load balancing strategies, and adherence to best practices in cybersecurity. * Collaborate within Agile teams following SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) methodologies to deliver scalable solutions efficiently. * Maintain comprehensive documentation of system design configurations and support procedures to facilitate ongoing system management., Join us as a Senior IT Specialist to shape innovative solutions that propel our organization forward! 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