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Senior Systems Security Administrator

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Full-time

Laurel, MD

Job description

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

Maintains and operates computer and data storage systems, networks, and related operating systems and relevant applications. Installs, supports and manages servers and resolves issues as needed. Develops and implements storage systems and procedures. Resolves issues related to storage systems. Generates usage reports for submission to leadership. Maintains efficient and reliable backup and recovery procedures. Experienced with operating systems and Storage Area Networks (SAN) and backup solutions. Installs upgrades and patches. Performs system backups and recovery. Monitors system configuration and maintains data files. Recommends upgrades, new applications, and equipment. Provides technical support and guidance to users. Relies on knowledge and professional discretion to achieve goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council

***Posting may close at anytime .***

Examples of Work Performed

  • Resolves user complaints, researches issues, answers technical questions and provides assistance with the application revision process.
  • Develops detailed business user requirements, system documentation, workflow procedures and data modeling.
  • Develops interfaces to applications.
  • Develops financial proposals and models.
  • Runs/automates reports and file transfers.
  • Performs database maintenance.
  • Provides quality control through testing, correcting errors and database tuning.
  • Develops reports using standard reporting tools.
  • Queries databases using standard querying tools.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves system problems.
  • Documents troubleshooting procedures.
  • Creates and maintains current system documentation.
  • Provides ideas and recommendations for better utilizing the system.
  • Coordinates and/or performs testing of system modifications.
  • Establishes deadlines and provides ongoing communication of progress to business customers, project team members and vendors to keep projects on track.
  • Develops, provides or coordinates system training.
  • Manages vendor and consultant relationships.
  • Coordinates system maintenance, including software of OS upgrades and patches required.
  • Maintains and makes recommendations concerning system security.
  • Assists in system capacity planning.
  • May maintain telephony infrastructure.
  • May assist in establishing a telephony system budget, including making financial and operational recommendations.
  • Completion of work assignments will require operation of a vehicle.
  • These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
  • Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

  • Considerable knowledge in the computer science field and business management
  • Knowledge and understanding of the role of the system at the enterprise level
  • Knowledge of user training methods
  • Ability to acquire and improve technical skills through self-study
  • Ability to independently research and develop technical expertise and knowledge
  • Ability to provide on-site service and support to remote locations
  • Ability to document system information, program information and specifications
  • Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information, for up to seven hours per day
  • Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees and representatives of outside agencies
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
  • Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License
  • An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training
  • Two (2) years of systems administration, including the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of servers, storage systems, operating systems, and networked environments.
  • A valid driver’s license
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Telecommunications.
  • Two (2) years of experience supporting Microsoft and Linux servers.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:



https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf (Download PDF reader)
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf (Download PDF reader)
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