SYSTEMS ENGINEER (SERVER ENGINEER 2)

Logix Guru; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Logix Guru in the United States seeks an experienced IT infrastructure professional to manage server and network analysis, planning and operations. You will collaborate with Technology and business partners, define long-range infrastructure strategies and lead complex patching and disaster recovery initiatives.

You will troubleshoot and coordinate with vendors, drive project plans with change control processes, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable server performance and

Qualifications

• Requires a BA or BS degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Strong server and network knowledge including virtualization and SANs.
• Experience with patching, disaster recovery and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Understands server and network analysis and reporting.
• Collaborates on technology server/network plans and long-range infrastructure strategies.
• Directs resolution activities of junior staff and coordinates project priorities.
• Performs server builds, testing, and documentation.
• Manages vendor relations and change control processes.

Skills

Office equipment

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Education

BA or BS

Tools

MCSA

VCP

CIAE (VCE Vblock)

Job description

Primary Responsibilities:(Client will not sponsor any visa for this requirement)

Understands in detail server and network analysis, network operating systems, reporting and logging. Collaborates on defining Technology server/network plans and strategies. Participates with the development of the long range infrastructure plans.

Consults with Technology and lines of business partners to provide appropriate server functionality. Directs resolution activities of junior staff. Consults to determine the priorities of the Technology networking project plans. Has an excellent understanding of server functionality.

Troubleshoots and distinguishes between network, server and application issues. Has a solid understanding of server patching methodologies and vulnerabilities and resolves patching vulnerabilities and coordinates schedule. Provides server build sheets for review.

Develops and executes test cases and scripts. Updates project diagrams and department procedures. Acts a vendor liaison for assigned systems/platforms. Works day shift but may be required after hours and weekend. Follows change control procedures, contributes to Change Control meetings and participates as required.

Works with Technology, Project Management Office and lines of business partners. Works with vendors and external support personnel. Has an excellent ability to work with application software and lines of business partners. Has good technology project management skills. Works independently or as part of a team to achieve results.

Has excellent knowledge of server virtualization, SANs, network operating systems, network directories, Vblock, patching, server replication and disaster recovery. Leads complex strategic initiatives, patching and infrastructure projects. Purchases, installs and supports both physical and virtual servers.

Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Level of Education Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position:

BA or BS

Minimum # of Years of Job Related Experience Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position:

5

Skills Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position:

• Ability to use general office equipment
• Ability to work and multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• A minimum of 3 years of technology related experience with networking physical and virtual servers. Excellent knowledge of end user devices, networks, server hardware and software, infrastructure and reporting tools.

Licensures/Certifications Required to Perform the Primary Responsibilities of this Position:

MCSA (Microsoft), VCP (VMware), CIAE (VCE Vblock)