IT Systems Administrator

State of Montana•Helena, MT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an IT Systems Administrator. This position supports a broad and highly integrated systems environment at MDT. The scope of duties spans endpoint security, identity and access management, server virtualization, transportation-specific field infrastructure, and enterprise applications. Provides support to employees in the main Helena office and in MDT offices across the state. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position reports to the Section Supervisor and does not supervise others. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected] . Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: · Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance · Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance · Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families · State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) · Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek · Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays · Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness · Benefits apply on first day of employment · Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website\: https\[\](https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values) Required Application Materials: · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field such as Networking. 4 years of additional related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Level 3.1 - $44.98/hr \: 6 years of experience in Windows and Linux systems administration, enterprise application server administration, identity and access management, or a closely related IT systems infrastructure field.
Level 3.2 - $47.12/hr \: 8 years of experience in Windows and Linux systems administration, enterprise application server administration, identity and access management, or a closely related IT infrastructure discipline, including demonstrated experience in security configuration, disaster recovery planning, and leadership of large or critical systems projects with agency-wide impact.
Alternative combinations of related experience or education may be considered.
Extensive knowledge and experience with the Windows and Linux Operating systems.
Proficiency in the mid-tier server environment.
Familiarity with virtual machine technologies and server configuration automation technologies.
The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.

Benefits

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer