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Job Title:
System Administrator (Remote)
Location:
Denver, CO
Duration:
3 Months+
Pay Rate:
$65/hr on C2C / 1099 all inclusive (OR) $60/hr on W2
Interview Process:
Locals only / Candidate must live with in Colorado
Job Description
This position assists in providing technical support to Security Vulnerabilities. Patching and Application Patching and Deployments which includes the use of OIT's incident/change order system and the following activities:
- Assist in the mission and support of the Tanium application and systems.
- Monitor and follow up on assigned incidents/problems/change requests
- Follow up on resolved/closed tickets to ensure customer satisfaction
- Provide support for hardware and software issues over the phone, in person and/or remotely
- Provide resolution and assistance for operating systems for Windows Server and Linux based systems
- Provide resolution and assistance for Physical and Virtual servers
- Deploy new or rebuilt computers and technology equipment based on OIT and agency security and operational policies
- Support software and hardware patching, updating and deployments
- Assist with collaborating with Network, Application, Database and Server teams to resolve issues for assigned agencies.
- Provide after-hours support for patching and updating security vulnerabilities and updates to applications
- Be able to respond to urgent security incidents as they arise during business hours and outside business hours.
- Receive and/or log service incidents into ticketing system. Reassign incident tickets related to other Information Technology Groups for further support
IT and Customer Service Management - 10%
- This position follows the established OIT Change Management (RFC) process.
- Use established tools to track hardware and software assets.
- Assist with informing/sharing new documentation/information with appropriate IT groups.
- Assist in ensuring systems are patched and updated using Tanium in accordance with OIT policies and procedures.
- The position assists with making recommendations to the compliance teams and leadership in regard to when to upgrade certain software packages, hardware driver packages and security vulnerabilities within a maintenance time schedule.
- Due to the distributed environment, certain remote locations within various agencies may require onsite visits. The position assists with determining whether a particular hardware driver package or hardware firmware updates may require onsite visits to remote locations.
Organizational and Project Commitment - 5%
- The position assists in implementing projects for OIT. This includes participating in team meetings and implementing project tasks and time tracking.
- Attend and complete all internal OIT provided training and take advantage of professional development with manager approval.
- Share new knowledge or skills in form of mini training sessions with the team.
- Some legacy software might not install on newer systems. The position will assist in researching compatibility mode and if feasible will install the software using the mode recommended by the OS.
Other Duties as Assigned - 5%
- This position may require additional duties related to technical debt. Requiring the decommissioning of servers.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights
QUALIFICATIONS: Relevant degree or diploma in Information systems or information technology, Microsoft MCSE certification, experience administering server-side technology and networked computing systems. Familiarity with SQL and database operations. Duties and Responsibilities: Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), WI-FI, and Internet system or a segment of a network system. Analyze workflow, access, information, and security requirements. Maintain network and security hardware and software. Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures. Maintain network security policy, addressed security issues and applied appropriate security patches. Skill sets include Microsoft, Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto NGFW, Unix, Linux, MVS or VS, VMWare and extensive network certifications.
Education and Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience as an IT professional which must include A minimum of three (3) years' experience as a systems administrator within a Windows or Linux environment.
- Experience in IT controls, Cyber (NIST or CIS), HIPAA, PCI, or security compliance.
- Applicants will be required to complete Department of Revenue Security Clearance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a professional, large enterprise-level environment (100+ servers), as a dedicated Systems Administrator.
Top Skills & Years Of Experience
Type
Category
Qualification
Competency
Required
Skills
Database
Microsoft SQL Server
Novice (1-3 Years)
No
Skills
Languages
Python
Novice (1-3 Years)
No
Skills
Networking
DNS
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Networking
TCP/IP
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Operating Systems
Linux
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Operating Systems
Shell
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Others
Backup and recovery
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Others
Linux RHCE
Proficient (4-6 Years)
No
Skills
Others
Project management
Novice (1-3 Years)
No
Skills
Security
Security+
Novice (1-3 Years)
No
Recruiter Details:
Name: Ananya at gsksolutions dot com
Contact : Eight three two-Nine nine zero-Two four two seven
About US:
GSK Solutions Inc. is a premier information technology services company dedicated to delivering exceptional consulting solutions and staff augmentation to our valued clients. With an unwavering commitment to quality, timeliness, and budgetary considerations, we consistently strive to exceed client expectations, building a strong reputation through our reliable execution. Our expertise spans commercial and custom product development, covering information security, software development, consulting, and IT audits. We excel in managing critical, time-sensitive projects for Fortune 500 clients nationwide, ensuring their success is always at the forefront of our mission.
