Job DescriptionEssential Job Functions and Responsibilities: (Knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for this position.)- Provides security system administration in assigned area of expertise.
- Support assigned networks, multiple individual workstations, equipment and software maintenance and upgrades. Responsible for problem identification, mitigation, and resolution in server hardware, operating systems, and applications; and networking hardware and configuration.
- Ensure system and data integrity by monitoring and evaluating system controls and assuring compliance with established Company access controls and computer security procedures. Evaluate complex system interface data on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly interval to ensure system processing functions correctly.
- Responsible for ensuring all assigned activities are performed in a secure manner and in accordance with applicable laboratory excellence procedures, within safety authorizations, in accordance with security plans and requirements, in accordance with environmental permits and in full compliance with Laboratory, state, federal policies, procedures, directives and regulations.
- Apply professional concepts in providing complex operational (i.e., production level) technical support and maintenance related to existing and emerging enterprise level information technology systems.
- Responsible for system maintenance, web server application management, enterprise data storage administration, and multi-factor authentication processes. Exercise sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to implement innovative solutions associated with enterprise system performance requirements.
- Provide technical reviews and input related to these IT system performance requirements, system level, and security procedures.
- Act as the liaison between functional subject matter experts and programming development to ensure thorough communication of requirements and functionality.
- Responsible for software quality assurance and maintaining the appropriate quality training.
- Provision new equipment in accordance with industry best practice, vendor recommendations, and organizational needs.
- Provide technical leadership and review of less experienced IT technical staff and contribute to senior staff as the project/effort dictates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education, Credentials, and Work Experience: Required- Baccalaureate in related field (i.e., Information Systems)
- EX3: Bachelor plus 5 or Masters 2
- EX4: Bachelor plus 9 or Masters 6
- Relevant experience in Information Systems Administration.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered commensurate with level.
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-clearance.
- May be required to work a rotating 12-hr sliding schedule as directed by management in support of manufacturing production schedule.
Preferred- Advanced Degree in related field
- Microsoft T-SQL Certification, Oracle PL/SQL Certification, Comp TIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Comp TIA Security+, Microsoft Server Certification are desirable.
- Relevant experience in Systems Administration
- Familiar with information technology virtualization (ex.VMware)
- Enterprise backup and restotation practices
- Network Experience, Cisco equipment is ideal
- Familarity with database management
Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions:The work environment is typically an office environment which may include stairs. The noise level is generally moderate; however, may be exposed to loud noises on occasion. Position requires working more than 8 hours/day, irregular hours, and working alone.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Level DefinersEX3 - Career:
- Knowledge: Complete understanding and wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in field of specialization. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This level is fully qualified, career oriented.
- Problem Solving: Works on problems of diverse scope. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organizational objectives.
- Discretion and Latitude: Works under only general direction. Normally receives little instruction day-to-day. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
- Impacts: Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects. Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in program delays.
- Liaison: Frequent internal organizational customer contacts. May have some outside contact or represent organization in providing solutions to difficult issues associated with specific projects or work.
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's and 5 years. Master's and 2 years. PhD and 2 years.
EX4 - Senior:
- Knowledge: Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas. Has wide-ranging experience. Uses professional concepts and company objectives to solve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Interfaces with and mentor junior staff.
- Problem Solving: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
- Discretion and Latitude: Work is performed without appreciable direction. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Lead). Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives of assignment.
- Impacts: Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve organizational objectives.
- Liaison: Represents organization as prime contact on projects or work. Interacts with senior internal personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Networks with key contacts outside own area or expertise.
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's and 9 years. Master's and 6 years. PhD and 4 years.
