Information Technology Systems Engineer - Savannah, United States - City of Savannah, GA

Description

Salary : $73,306.00 Annually

Location : Savannah, GA

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Number:

Department: Department of Information Technology

Opening Date: 04/24/2024

Closing Date: 5/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Purpose

Are you a current City employee looking for a career with purpose? The Innovation and Technology Department is seeking a highly qualified Systems Engineer who is customer-service focused.

If you are ready to take the next step, come envision your new career with us
The Systems Engineer is responsible The Systems Engineer is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and support of the comprehensive city information technology infrastructure which includes Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments. As the Systems Engineer you will provide solutions, engineering, and operations that will ensure the delivery of a high-quality end-user experience while maintaining security and compliance. As the new Systems Engineer you will be responsible This position maintains and supports the comprehensive city information technology infrastructure.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include 12 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, wellness programs, education reimbursement, deferred benefit contribution plan, employee referral program, employee home purchase assistance and more

Women, Minorities and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply

Essential Job Functions

• Installs, configures, administers and maintains servers, user storage, systems security, and backup administration solutions.
• Monitor, manage and maintain day to day activities of Azure environments, respond and address system alerts, notifications.
• Migrate existing infrastructure services to cloud-based solutions.
• Oversees special projects and new technology implementation.
• In conjunction with the ITS Security team, implement and maintain security and access controls as well as policy driven data protection best practices to ensure cloud and on-premises solutions are protected from data loss.
• Maintains security, backup and redundancy strategies.
• Serves as technical architect for the administration, security, development, messaging, and infrastructure design for collaborative and messaging environments.
• Assists other department personnel with configuration and troubleshooting tasks (Tier 3 Support).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information; with four (4) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience,

Preferred Qualification

•A+ Core Certification

•Network + Certification

•Security + Certification

•Any Microsoft Certification

This position is a critical workforce position and safety sensitive.

Work Location: various ITS office locations Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information

• Knowledge of information systems and technology, including the principles used in analyzing, evaluating, modifying, developing, designing, installing, maintaining, expanding, networking, and testing information systems and technology.
• Knowledge of information technology standards, trends, management, and security principles.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of city accounting, purchasing, and budgeting policies and procedures.
• Skill in project management, including budgeting, prioritization, technical coordination, and short- and long-range planning.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in researching new technologies and evaluating new systems.
• Skill in the development of project strategies.
• Ability to identify current and potential problems, evaluate alternatives, implement positive solutions, and follow-up to ensure system performance.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information plus four (4) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select your education level and experience below.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information; with four (4) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software
• Associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information plus five (5) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software
• Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information plus three (3) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software
• HS Diploma/GED plus 2 years coursework in Computer Science or Computer Information plus nine (9) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex communication and computer networks and related hardware and software

04

Please selection the certifications you hold below.

• A+ Core Certification
• Network + Certification
• Security + Certification

05

Please list any Microsoft certifications you hold below.

06

Supplemental Question 1Describe your experience installing, configuring, administering and maintaining servers, user storage, systems security, and backup administration solutions. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the WORK HISTORY section of the application)

07

Supplemental Question 2Describe your experience monitoring managing and maintaining day to day activities of Azure environments, respond and address system alerts, notifications. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the WORK HISTORY section of the application).

08

Supplemental Question 3Describe your experience migrating existing infrastructure services to cloud-based solutions. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the WORK HISTORY section of the application).

Required Question