Job Information
State of Indiana Systems Administrator Senior in Indianapolis, Indiana
Systems Administrator Senior
Date Posted: Apr 30, 2024
Requisition ID: 443019
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for IndianaBegin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana Management Performance Hub (MPH):
The Management Performance Hub (MPH) provides analytics solutions tailored to address complex management and policy questions enabling improved outcomes for Hoosiers. We partner with state agencies to leverage data in innovative ways to facilitate data-driven decision-making and data-informed policymaking.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $70,122. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Role Overview:
The Systems Administrator Senior will assist the MPH Manager of Enterprise Applications in developing, implementing, and deploying Windows servers for state users. You will be in charge of assisting end users with technical implementations.
A Day in the Life:
Key outcomes for this role are:
Maintain the stability, performance, and security of computer systems.
Help to onboard new state agencies and organizations into existing technical solutions.
Help architect new solutions.
Design systems architecture that includes base system standards, minimization and hardening guidelines, and thorough documentation.
Install and troubleshoot software on server platforms while ensuring compliance with current licensing.
Help with firewall and proxy requests.
Monitor server activity and usage statistics to identify possible performance issues or needed enhancements.
Design and oversee the implementation of new project requests. This includes the ability to:
determine hardware requirements,
determine proper network security zone based on use, and
define potential impacts and improvements for system availability.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
This position requires :
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supporting Microsoft Windows Server Environment and Applications.
Experience in server application administration.
Knowledge of networking, firewall configuration, and VPN.
Experience with Active Directory, SSO, SAML, and Kerberos.
Ability to identify and troubleshoot system issues.
Ability to communicate complex information to technical and non-technical staff.
Additional qualifications:
Thorough knowledge of information technology systems including software, hardware, and their impact on the various components.
Thorough knowledge of policies, standards, procedures, and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of information technology equipment, operation, and capabilities.
Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with others.
Ability to develop and execute system backup and recovery procedures and plans.
Ability to work with other information technology support staff to develop capacity planning.
Thorough knowledge of installation, maintenance, and configuration of software and system operating systems.
Thorough knowledge of using tools and utilities to perform the system work.
Thorough knowledge of designing, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting system software components.
Thorough knowledge of performance and tuning techniques.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid new parent leave
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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