*Senior Systems Analyst (Project Management)
The Senior Systems Analyst role reports to the OUIT Operations Team and is responsible for administration of our Unix environment. This individual will configure, support and maintain servers based on the Unix operating system (predominantly RedHat Enterprise). In addition, the administrator will detect, diagnose, monitor, and maintain relevant documentation for the servers. These platforms provide essential technology services to the academic, administrative, athletic, clinical and research missions of the university. This position requires interaction with customers and co-workers on a regular basis. Occasional on-call and after hour work will be required.
Duties:
- Plans solutions to resolve all issues and ensures long-term effectiveness.
- Evaluates current IT systems, including hardware, software, and network features.
- Communicates with management and employees to determine system requirements.
- Plans new systems that address any issues with the current systems.
- Prepares cost-benefit analysis reports for all proposed upgrades.
- Collaborates with the IT team to implement a plan.
- Tests the new systems to validate it is working as expected.
- Resolves issues and ensures solutions are viable and consistent.
- Creates training processes and documentation to teach others how to use new systems.
- Creates system guidelines and manuals.
- Conducts reviews of the system and generates reports on efficiencies and improvement areas.
- Keeps up to date with the latest developments in information systems.
- Ensures all budget and timeline constraints are met.
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
**The position will be located on the OUHSC campus with a hybrid work model option for experienced candidates. **
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree AND:- 36 months experience as a Systems Analyst or in a similar position
Skills:
- Advanced Knowledge of data modeling and data visualization tools
- Ability to work in stressful situations and tight deadlines
- Ability to critically think
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
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Physical:
- Sit for prolonged periods.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motion.
- Communicate effectively and listens.
- Manual dexterity
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Environmental:
- Office Work Environment
Department Preferences:
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Server Operating systems
- Working knowledge of server virtualization, networking, and enterprise storage
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