State of Ohio · 12 hours ago
Windows/Linux Systems and Security Administrator (Infrastructure Specialist 3)
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is dedicated to supporting state government operations and providing innovative solutions. They are seeking an experienced hybrid systems administrator and security professional responsible for identifying and responding to security concerns across various platforms, managing Windows and Linux systems, and ensuring secure and efficient operations.
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Responsibilities
Manage Windows/Linux operating systems hosting applications, databases, and services
Administer OS container technologies (Podman, Docker, Kubernetes) for application deployment
Configure and maintain packages, services, and system configurations
Implement system hardening and compliance standards
Utilize and monitor Solarwinds and FortiGate security systems
Perform basic network configuration (IPv4, firewalls) for Systems
Monitor system health and performance; troubleshoot and remediate issues
Execute enterprise backup and recovery procedures
Manage disaster recovery strategies for Systems deployments
Utilize automation tools for build, deployment, configuration state, and event-driven remediation
Administer VMware environments including vCenter, VM templates, cloning, snapshots, and provisioning
Configure virtual hardware resources (datastores, distributed switches, CPU/memory/IO)
Use VMware SDK and PowerCLI for automation and scripting
Apply best practices in software development for infrastructure automation
Maintain high-quality, maintainable code with strong design principles
Utilize GitHub and Git for source code management, branching, merging, and CI/CD
Participate in Agile/Scrum processes (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming)
Develop infrastructure-as-code solutions for configuration and deployment
Qualification
Required
60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: evaluating effectiveness and risk of it processes, recommending changes in IT procedures to meet customer needs, and evaluating and/or researching hardware and/or software solutions and providing feedback to project team or higher-level staff including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting
Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: evaluating effectiveness and risk of it processes, recommending changes in IT procedures to meet customer needs, and evaluating and/or researching hardware and/or software solutions and providing feedback to project team or higher-level staff including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting
Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: evaluating effectiveness and risk of it processes, recommending changes in IT procedures to meet customer needs, and evaluating and/or researching hardware and/or software solutions and providing feedback to project team or higher-level staff including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
Knowledge of: Technical writing & documentation practices
Knowledge of: Oral & written communication tools & techniques
Knowledge of: Customer support & personal service
Knowledge of: State & agency policy, procedures & applicable laws
Knowledge of: Mathematic principles relative to assigned area in IT
Knowledge of: IT principles, methods & practices in wireless data, voice and IP technology
Knowledge of: Software distribution & configuration management tools & mechanisms
Knowledge of: Organizations operation environment, topology, & protocols
Knowledge of: Performance monitoring methods
Knowledge of: Wireless communication system & infrastructure
Knowledge of: Local area & wide area networking principles & concepts
Knowledge of: Back-up & recovery techniques
Knowledge of: Installation & configuration procedures
Knowledge of: Internet clients, such as browsers & streaming video
Skill in: Critical thinking
Skill in: Troubleshooting
Skill in: Systems analysis
Skill in: Systems evaluations
Skill in: Operation analysis
Skill in: Complex problem solving
Skill in: Operation monitoring (e.g. ServiceNow remote site management)
Skill in: Judgment & decision making
Skill in: Assuring quality
Skill in: Identifying & specifying business requirements, using data recovery tools & techniques & systems evaluation
Skill in: Service orientation
Skill in: Installation
Skill in: Troubleshooting
Skill in: Reading comprehension
Ability to: Prepare meaningful, accurate & concise reports
Ability to: Stay abreast of current wireless, IP technologies
Ability to: Define problems, collect data; establish facts & draw valid conclusions
Ability to: Provide expert technical advice
Ability to: Guidance, & recommendations to management, customers & other technical specialists on critical IT issues
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beverlyn Johns, MS
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Holly Drake
State Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
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