Senior Analyst Systems Configuration & Programming

Thomas Jefferson University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in the United States is seeking an experienced Windows Server Administrator to manage and configure internal end-user applications integrated with business processes and IT infrastructure. You will analyze requirements, support testing, deployment, maintenance, and enhance applications by correcting issues and coding improvements.

The role focuses on implementing security, optimizing system configurations, and managing virtualization and cloud integration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Windows Server administration.
• Expertise in Active Directory services including DNS, DHCP and Group Policy management.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (Hyper‑V, VMware) and cloud integration (Azure AD, hybrid environments).

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor security policies, access controls, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Analyze system performance, optimize configurations, and resolve complex technical issues and escalations.
• Design and implement Windows Server infrastructure solutions, including managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Oversee virtualization environments such as Hyper‑V and VMware, and plan and execute system upgrades and migrations for scalability.
• Identify and implement process automation opportunities, develop and maintain technical documentation and SOPs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts while collaborating with cross‑functional teams on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

PowerShell

Hyper‑V

VMware

Azure AD

DNS/DHCP

Group Policy

Networking

TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Tools

Hyper-V

VMware

Azure AD

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition 1 Job Details Responsible for managing or performing work associated with programming and configuration of internal end user applications that are integrated with business processes/data and IT infrastructure. Analyzes detailed business/functional/technical requirements and specifications for the application (and related application system components) as input to application design and coding. Supports application testing, deployment, maintenance, and evolution activities by correcting programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding application enhancements.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for managing or performing work associated with programming and configuration of internal end user applications that are integrated with business processes/data and IT infrastructure. Analyzes detailed business/functional/technical requirements and specifications for the application (and related application system components) as input to application design and coding. Supports application testing, deployment, maintenance, and evolution activities by correcting programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding application enhancements.

Job Duties

• Implement and monitor security policies, access controls, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Analyze system performance, optimize configurations, and resolve complex technical issues and escalations to maintain reliability.
• Design and implement Windows Server infrastructure solutions, including managing Active Directory, Group Policy, and domain services.
• Oversee virtualization environments such as Hyper‑V and VMware, and plan and execute system upgrades and migrations to ensure scalability.
• Identify and implement process automation opportunities, develop and maintain technical documentation and SOPs for operational efficiency.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts while collaborating with cross‑functional teams on strategic initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED 5 years related work experience
• Expertise in Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022) and Active Directory services, including DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy management.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and advanced administration, as well as virtualization platforms such as Hyper‑V and VMware.
• Experience with cloud integration (Azure AD, hybrid environments), patch management (WSUS), and backup/disaster recovery solutions.
• Strong understanding of security hardening, endpoint protection, and performance monitoring tools such as PerfMon, SCOM, and SolarWinds.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, and VPNs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 7 lbs., continuous sitting >67%, frequent keyboard use/repetitive motion, frequent fine motor activity/wrist position deviation.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular Employee

Entity

Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

About Jefferson

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern NewJersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not‑for‑profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not‑for‑profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and NewJersey for more than 35 years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

• Benefits Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

For more benefits information, In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly‑qualified employees. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. With a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, We Improve Lives, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.