CTHCA Systems Administrator (TM49340)

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation; Washington; On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and secure health IT infrastructure across Reservation Wide WA. You will analyze, install, administer, maintain and troubleshoot software applications, servers and networks.

Reporting to the CIO, the role requires CJIS background, certifications, and ability to design disaster recovery plans and ensure data security.

Qualifications

• Analyze, install, administer, maintain and troubleshoot software applications, computers and server systems.
• Participate in capacity planning and disaster recovery planning.
• Design and implement system and server security measures.
• Provide support for network, database, application and IT issues via service desk.
• Must pass CJIS background check and hold a valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system and server performance and security.
• Assist with maintenance of clinic infrastructure to support major applications and servers.
• Collaborate with CIO and IT staff to maintain infrastructure.
• Ensure data security and connectivity across the network.

Skills

Systems analysis

Server administration

Security monitoring

Disaster recovery planning

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED with 48 months IT experience

Associate's Degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

MCSE

Network+ Certification

Security+ Certification

A+ Certification

Valid Driver License

Tools

Firewalls

IPS/IDS

DNS

DHCP

Web security

Email security

VPN

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Reservation Wide - WA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $35.13 - $42.79 Hourly, Closing Date: October 2, 2026

Position

Systems Administrator

Salary

$35.13 - $42.79

Reports To

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Location

Reservation Wide

Qualifications: SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for analyzing, installing, administering, maintaining and troubleshooting software applications, computers and server systems. Participates in capacity planning, support the creation and the maintenance of system and server disaster recovery plans and monitor all system and server performance activities. Screens the systems and servers for attempted intrusions as well as designs and implements appropriate system and server security measures and procedures. Responsible for assisting with maintenance of the clinic infrastructure to support major application and server systems. Provides support for network, database, application and various IT issues that come through the customer service center. Exercises no direct supervision over assigned staff. This position requires advanced knowledge of and the ability to support and administer major Health IT applications, databases, local and wide-area networks and infrastructure, redundancy, and security. This position also requires the ability to integrate various equipment and provide sufficient architecture expertise for current and anticipated bandwidth needs, establish controls and permissions ensuring the security and integrity of data and stability of connectivity.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED with 48 months IT experience in related field or,
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, with 12 months experience and,
• Experience in Telecommunication, Networks, Computer Science, or IT related fields, managing servers, systems, working with various applications and developing work plans. Advanced knowledge of commercial enterprise-level tools and products to provide core network services including: firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS, DHCP, web security, email security, VPN, and NAC.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Conviction.
• MCSE
• Network+ Certification
• Security+ Certification
• A+ Certification
• Or related degree or valid certification from accredited college or technical school
• Must have and maintain Valid Driver License.

Note

Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

Tribal Preference

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

Additional Eligibility

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Contact

INFORMATION: Terri Mail, HR Generalist, Colville Tribal Health Care Authority, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [phone]. [e-mail]