Systems Administrator (Vacancy)
Description
Definition
In the Division of Water Reclamation, under direction, the Systems Administrator will install and maintain the Water Reclamation plants SCADA system hardware and software.
This position is responsible for recycling old UPS chassis and batteries when the hardware refresh happens; participates in Citywide information technology projects; participates in professional activities to remain knowledgeable regarding developments in the field of systems administration; performs related duties as required. This is primarily performed on premises at the facilities.
0% remote capability.
Preferred experience and training:
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity or closely related field.
- Valid certification in Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate AZ 802 Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/801), CompTIA Server+, Dell PowerEdge Operate Certification.Examples of Work
- User support for management and operators using the desktop/HMI’s on the SCADA network.
- Installs new hardware and software packages.
- Modifies and adapts software features and structures to meet the needs of the clients.
- Maintains day-to-day operation of the Windows OS for desktops and servers including but not limited to upgrades, systems backups and recovery, user accounts, security logs, creating/using batch files, and systems health status.
- Analyzes and resolves problems associated with desktop and server hardware and operating systems software.
- Detects, diagnoses, reports, and/or corrects system/server problems.
- Communicates with programmers and other IT staff to resolve these issues; monitors, analyzes, and resolves security issues regarding the computer system and the network and evaluates and installs security patches & antivirus program.
- Remains current on operating system vulnerabilities.
- Writes and or adds to current system documentation, program specifications, production procedures, and other documentation that may include user manuals and instructions.
- Maintains accurate documentation and administrative information of the operating systems.
- Install, support, and maintain UPSes for core servers.Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in computer or information systems maintenance, systems administration, or systems analysis. Substitution(s): Possession of an associate's degree and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or valid certification as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server, Hewlett-Packard Unix Certified Systems Administrator (HP-UX CSA) or comparable certification and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or an additional four (4) years of experience as listed above may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.NOTE:Individual positions in this classification may require knowledge of, and experience in, specific operating systems such as UNIX, as noted on the vacancy notification.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 26-0564-V2
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Alisha Ardolino
Columbus Water & Power
Division of Water Reclamation
37 W. Broad St.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-3751
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer