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Systems Engineer AD (Information Technology)



About DSS, Inc.

DSS is a health information software development and systems integration company, providing services and solutions used daily by thousands of clinicians and administrative staff nationwide, in the public and private sectors.  At DSS our people are our greatest asset.  We believe in cultivating our talent and encouraging ambitions, so that our employees grow as our business grows.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a hands- on Systems Engineer with the expertise to perform and lead the process methodology of installing, configuring, and monitoring systems and software. 

What you'll do:

  • You will be responsible for providing operational leadership and thought leadership to a broad range of IT disciplines including system performance and resiliency, network performance, security administration, and operations in physical/virtual and Cloud Windows and Linux environments. 
  • Installs new, or rebuilds existing, servers and configures hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
  • Troubleshooting as required, leading problem-solving efforts with outside vendors, other technical personnel and/or organizations.
  • Support customer applications hosted in company's Cloud environments , on-prem application environments at customer site, VA and to provide on-call rotation for the assigned product/customer environments
  • Project management functions including managing the installation of new systems, applications and other special projects for the IT Department.
  • Daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups. Security monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.

The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification.  Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.

Requirements and Responsibilities:

  • Possesses a comprehensive working knowledge of Linux operating system, especially process and system monitoring facilities.
  • Fluency in at least one scripting language, shell scripting, and experience with object-oriented programming languages.
  • Strong WAN and LAN configuration and troubleshooting skills.
  • Exhibits mature organization and time management skills.

Education:

  • Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study
  • Combination of experience and/or education can be substituted for degree

Certification(s), Licenses:

  • Nice to have:
  • RHCE, RHCA, Linux+, Windows

Experience:

  • Required:
  • 12+ years of experience administering Windows and/Linux/ Server operating systems.
  • 3+ years of experience planning and administering Azure/AWS large-scale virtualized environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing

10% per day

Sitting

80% per day

Walking

5% per day

Stooping

5% per day

Lifting

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. unassisted

Computer Work

80% per day

Telephone Work

10% per day

Reading

10% per day

Please note that we do not sponsor applicants for work visas. W2 Only

NO C2C, NO H1B's

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with DSS, Inc., please email jobs@dssinc.com or call (561) 284-7373. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.

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