MDC Tier II Tech

AHU Technologies Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A technology solutions company located in Washington, DC, is seeking an IT Technician to provide analysis related to IT hardware design and offer technical support to various client systems, including 911 services. Candidates should have 6-10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field, and strong knowledge of IT principles and troubleshooting techniques. This position works evening shifts and may require weekend support.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in the IT field.
• Experience with system installation and configuration procedures.
• Experience with network management tools.

Responsibilities

• Provides analysis related to IT hardware products.
• Develops test strategies, devices, and systems.
• Provides IT support for 911/311 call floor.
• Produces test plans and acceptance procedures for vendor applications.

Skills

Designing, developing, and testing computer systems and components

IT principles, methods, and practices

System security concepts

Customer support and troubleshooting techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

A+ certification

Network+ certification

Job description

Overview

Job Description:

Short Description: 6-10 years of experience. Provides analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of IT hardware products. This position's hours will be from 2PM to 10:30PM, 5 days a week.

Complete Description: This position is located within the Information Technology (IT) Division of Client Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice. The Client Technology Division is responsible for managing all Public Safety Communications for the District of Columbia including 911 telephone, system network, Radio Communications, Voice Recording, and LAN/WAN systems. The Tier II technicians will be required to provide technical support to the Client 911 MDC systems, 911 applications, and computers.

The work will involve walking bending, driving, standing, stooping, and the carrying of light items such as computer hardware and electronic devices. The work is performed in an office setting, where there is adequate light, heat, and ventilation. Duties may have to be performed at offsite agency stakeholder locations. Resources will be required to work weekends and evening shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of IT hardware products.
• Develops test strategies, devices, and systems.
• Performs stress and performance tests on a variety of computer hardware including circuit boards, processors, and wiring.
• Provide OUCIT Department support services including Systems on Radio Technology, Dispatch Operations, network system support and operations, subscriber radio and MDC maintenance support, the support includes all other associated agency applications.
• Provide IT Support for Mobile Routers, including: Router imaging; Router installation; Vehicle electrical wiring for Router equipment; Performs minor repairs; Software updates and installation; Router performance reports and review; Bi-annual maintenance; Tablets/Toughbooks; Imaging and configuration; Testing of software updates and security patches; MPS (Client for CAD) and CAD user administration; Execute major deployment plans for FEMS and MPD; Bi-annual maintenance; Coordinate Firewall requirements with OCTO for additional agency SW integration as required. Vehicle electrical wiring for tablet/Toughbooks.
• Provide IT support for MVPN-NetMotion/Zscaler, including connectivity monitoring and reporting, and software updates; Performance reporting and troubleshooting. Diagnostic coverage analysis.
• Provide IT support for System and Network Infrastructure, including monitors alarms and escalation.
• Provide IT support to the 911 / 311 call floor, including: Reviews daily checks of call floor workstations. Tests software updates; Troubleshoots software bugs; Monitors and escalates major system glitches; and Provides end user IT support.
• Participates in the technical steering and development of global customer support function as defined intra-agency collaboration between key Technology and Training stakeholders under the management of Client IT.
• Produces test plans and acceptance procedures for vendor applications and hardware.
• Develops and refines SOP documentation supporting the daily operations of the interactive customer support functions.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested.

Skills & Qualifications

• 6-10 yrs. designing, developing, and testing computer systems and components.
• Required 6 Years
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience. Required
• Experience with IT principles, methods, practices & concepts associated with life cycle management, performance monitoring and quality assurance. Required 2 Years
• Experience with IT principles, methods, practices & concepts associated with system security, and technical documentation methods & procedures. Required 2 Years
• Experience participating in developing recommendations on trends & new technologies within the context of agency policies, plans, and management strategy. Required 2 Years
• Experience with IT security principles, methods, and tools to participate in defining IT security requirements & support security applications. Required 2 Years
• Experience with systems analysis methods, tools, and technical documentation methods to translate requirements into basic system specifications. Required 2 Years
• Experience with operating systems installation and configuration procedures to assist in installing & maintaining the operating system environment. Required 2 Years
• Experience with network standards, and network management tools to perform routine network configuration management functions. Required 2 Years
• Experience with maintaining database operations and assisting in returning disrupted database systems to normal operations. Required 2 Years
• Experience monitoring system performance & recovering data in the event of hardware / software failure. Required 2 Years
• Experience with customer support, problem resolution databases, and troubleshooting techniques. required 2 Years
• A+ or Network+ certifications preferred but not required. Highly desired