IT Systems Administrator

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium•Renton, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Systems Administrator I supports all Systems and Infrastructure for SEARHC, within both internal and cloud platforms. Performing maintenance tasks independently such as installing new infrastructure components, creating system documentation and procedures, installing software and firmware updates of Infrastructure components, while upholding the security configurations within these systems. The Systems Administrator I provides Tier 3 support to resolve issues that are assigned to the Systems Infrastructure team. Being able to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to new ideas and new methodologies is a must. This position is expected to participate in the critical system support structure with other IT departments. The Systems Administrator I is expected to function with a high degree of autonomy and self-direction once assigned work. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career.

Requirements

High School Diploma and demonstrates the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the key responsibilities of the position.
2-4 years’ work experience managing Windows and Linux/Unix based server systems.
Knowledge of several of the following: AD/LDAP, enterprise anti-virus, enterprise backup systems, enterprise monitoring/reporting systems.
Knowledge of common databases, such as: Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL, etc.
Demonstrated work in hands on configuration, maintenance, and direct responsibility for enterprise IT systems, with preference for a Health Care environment.
Highly proficient in/with Active Directory, DHCP, and DNS.
Familiar with PowerShell.
Enterprise-grade system monitoring technologies.
Ability to Maintain detailed and accurate records related Infrastructure Systems.

Nice To Haves

BS in Information Systems or related field preferred
Microsoft or Citrix certifications preferred.
A degree in a related field may be substituted for experience
Scripting/Programming experience and background preferred.
Preference for a modern scripting language, especially Perl, Python, PHP, Powershell, WSH, etc.
Familiarity with ITIL, HIPAA, HITECH, and other standards applicable to Health Care IT preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports all Systems and Infrastructure for SEARHC, within both internal and cloud platforms.
Performs maintenance tasks independently such as installing new infrastructure components, creating system documentation and procedures, installing software and firmware updates of Infrastructure components, while upholding the security configurations within these systems.
Provides Tier 3 support to resolve issues that are assigned to the Systems Infrastructure team.
Participates and engages and occasionally leads in team meetings, team building activities, and other opportunities to strengthen the department.
Executes project-related tasks.
Actively maintains education and cross-training on various areas of expertise within IT Infrastructure.
Prepares, leads, and attends training when available and appropriate.
Participates in the evaluation and estimation of work requests and major projects.
Participates in the maintenance and upgrades of the Windows Server environment, to include Active Directory and Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Enterprise backup, and Enterprise monitoring.
Assists management in identifying opportunities for process improvement within the department.
Creates, follows, and maintains documentation and checklists to ensure efficiency and consistency.