Windows Server AdministratorPosting Begin Date: 2024/09/16Posting End Date: 2024/10/14Category: IT And ComputersSub Category: Database AdministrationWork Type: Full TimeRemote: Flexible HybridLocation: Boise, ID, United StatesMinimum Salary: 34.92Maximum Salary: 36.11Pay Rate Type: HourlyDescriptionDEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED. Join an agency which serves and supports the health and well-being of Idahoans. The IT Services Division of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare seeks a talented and experienced Windows Server Administrator (IT Systems & Infrastructure Engineer Ill)in Boise to provide leadership in the design, development, implementation, qualification, support, and operation of complex integrated system solutions. These positions require technical skills in planning, design and maintenance of critical enterprise server infrastructure and experience with network infrastructure integration of enterprise application servers, application delivery controllers and unified communication and collaboration systems. If you have previously applied for IT Systems and Infrastructure Engineer Ill and wish to be considered for this vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies. This position requires residency in Idaho. If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating. The department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation.BENEFITS: BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS
11 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time/30+ hours per week)
PERSI Choice 401(k)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wide variety of training opportunities
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Design, develop, and deploy windows servers hosted in a virtualized environment
Support and develop deployment packages in PowerShell
Perform cryptography/PKI - SSL, TLS certificate management
Use MS PowerShell (primary) and C# (secondary) to create custom scripts and snippets, able to read/write/utilize cmdlets and modules, understands VMWare and knowledge of the VMWare PowerCLI module, use REST API’s, administers Active Directory and Active Directory Modules (User, Computer, Group Policy, DNS, etc.)
Performs configuration, security, and locking down Microsoft Windows OS systems
Creates custom MS Windows OS WIM images
Understands SSL, Group Policy, Active Directory, PowerShell Scripting, PowerShell Automation, Application Support, Vaulting, Windows Engineering, Virtualization
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.
Considerable knowledge of current information technology trends and capabilities.Typically gained by a Bachelor's degree directly related to information technologyORat least four years of full time work experience in information technology.
Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting network, server, or storage systems.Typically gained by at least four years of full time work experience where these duties were part of your primary job responsibilities.
Experience resolving network or server problems.Typically gained by at least four years of full time work experience (within the last five years) where this was part of your primary job responsibilities.
Experience working with end users to develop and implement information technology solutions for user computing needs in a business environment.Typically gained by at least four years of full time work experience interviewing and consulting with clients/users to develop and implement solutions to meet computing requirements in a business environment.
Experience as a technical lead implementing or supporting network, server or storage systems.Typically gained by at least four years of full time job experience where this was part of your primary job responsibilities.
Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.
Strong experience with PowerShell is critical to being successful in this position.
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL. Gained by at least three year of related experience.
IIS Understanding and knowledge of IIS Module management. Gained by at least three year of related experience.
Secret/credential management with any vaulting tool: HashiCorp Vault preferred. Gained by at least three year of related experience
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PHONE: (208) 334-0681 EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[emailprotected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
