BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Engineer, Server

Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of server or related job experience.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of servers and communications hardware/software.
  • Strong knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to enterprise applications.
  • Proficient in server planning, design, and optimization with the ability to integrate new and existing systems.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, particularly for conveying technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to take on project leadership roles for enterprise-wide assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Engineer and design server infrastructures including hardware and software configurations.
  • Evaluate equipment specifications and operational data for feasibility and design improvements.
  • Plan, evaluate, and recommend complex server systems and required resources.
  • Implement server security measures and develop disaster recovery operations.
  • Conduct research and provide recommendations on software and hardware to improve technological capabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with audit requirements and address vulnerabilities promptly.
  • Maintain relationships with suppliers to secure appropriate support and manage large-scale systems projects.

Benefits

  • No travel required, providing a stable work environment.
  • Work allows for advanced understanding of cutting-edge server technologies.
  • Opportunity for leadership in enterprise-wide projects.
Full Job Description
Description:

Responsible for the engineering of server infrastructure. Designs infrastructures including hardware, software, and various configurations. Ensures that the design and integration of proposed solutions leads to the development and growth of the business through effective use of technology. Facilitates the optimization of business unit performance by enhancing the alignment between business systems and information technology. Evaluates new products, performs server problem resolution and assists in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applications. 25% Responsible for server planning, design and engineering. Determines feasibility from technical and economic perspectives. Evaluates equipment specifications and process requirements to conceive a practical design. Compiles and analyzes operational data and directs tests to establish standard for new designs or modifications to existing equipment, systems, or processes. 25% Plans and evaluates complex server systems and makes recommendations for resources required to develop, maintain and/or expand service levels. Provides consultative support to facilitate design and to resolve design problems. May also monitor server performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future. 20% Plans, coordinates, and implements server security measures. Anticipates and mitigates potential issues through server or other connections to ensure the security of the system. Provides strategic planning and participation for disaster recovery operations. 10% Updates knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in technology. Researches, evaluates and recommends software and hardware products. Provides counsel and leadership on future use of technology and system improvements. 10% Ensures compliance with audit requirements. Addresses vulnerabilities within audit-mandated time frames. Maintains effective security/backup and disaster recovery processes and systems. 5% Provides guidance to technical support personnel as needed. May lead the gathering of business needs as well as the design of solutions through direct interaction with business unit leaders. 5% Maintains effective relationships with suppliers to ensure appropriate levels of support. Plans large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. May interface with vendors to identify and purchase hardware and software. Required Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of server systems and applications. Able to perform high-level server planning, design, and optimization. ble to suggest plans to integrate new and existing designs and provide input into highly complex and high impacting decisions. dvanced technical knowledge of servers, communications, and related hardware and software. Strong knowledge of emerging technologies for applications to the enterprise. Capable of taking on the role of project leader for special enterprise-wide assignments. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate technical issues with non-technical people. Strong understanding of technical problems and solutions in relation to the current, as well as the future business environment. High level of understanding of organization business systems and processes as well as industry-wide requirements. Proficiency with server technologies and platforms. Required Software and Tools: Advanced understanding of relevant server hardware and software.Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. Required Experience: 8 years of server or other job related experience.

QUALIFICATION/ LICENSURE :

  • Work Authorization : US Citizen
  • Travel Required : No travel required
  • Shift timings: Not specified

About BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is a health insurance company that provides coverage to over 5 million people in South Carolina and beyond. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offers a variety of health insurance plans, including individual and family plans, Medicare plans, and employer-sponsored plans. The company is committed to improving the health of its members and the communities it serves, with initiatives focused on wellness, disease prevention, and access to care. BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is a subsidiary of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, a national federation of 36 independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross Blue Shield companies.
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