Night Shift Computer Operations Specialist

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Computer Specialist (Operations) Level 1 to provide state-of-the-art data processing support within RCC/PCC Operations. Under supervision, you will assist in managing a large-scale mainframe and distributed systems, ensuring operations run smoothly during the midnight shift at the New York location.

Responsibilities include evaluating equipment, coordinating responses to operational issues, supervising staff, and conducting cost-benefit

Qualifications

• Four years of satisfactory full-time computer operations experience, with at least one year in a project leader capacity or on a complex project.
• Experience in large-scale data processing, mainframe environments, or distributed computing environments.
• Ability to supervise and train senior computer operations personnel.
• Knowledge of data security and internal control practices.

Responsibilities

• Research, test, and recommend computer equipment and software for data center operations.
• Provide technical expertise for planning modifications and backup site considerations.
• Coordinate high-level technical responses to operational issues.
• Supervise staff operating computer consoles in a multi-system environment.
• Train and schedule senior operations personnel and set performance standards.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to support management decisions.
• Maintain data security and protect agency assets and records.
• Plan and review work of senior staff and oversee project teams.

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Associate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Education and/or equivalent to 1-3 above

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Computer Specialist (Operations) Level 1 to provide state-of-the-art data processing support within RCC/PCC Operations. Under supervision, you will assist in managing a large-scale mainframe and distributed systems, ensuring operations run smoothly during the midnight shift at the New York location.

Responsibilities include evaluating equipment, coordinating responses to operational issues, supervising staff, and conducting cost-benefit