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DeKalb County Government · 1 month ago

Systems Administrator, Principal (Platform Technologies)

Decatur, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$69K/yr - $111K/yr

5+ years exp

DeKalb County Government is seeking a Principal Systems Administrator to independently manage complex information systems and provide guidance to less experienced staff. The role involves overseeing technology solutions, performing network administration, and offering technical support to ensure efficient operations.

Government

Responsibilities

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers; confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations

Defines requirements, plans, researches, and evaluates capability of technology systems; and coordinates, configures, installs and maintains information technology systems hardware, software, backup and restore devices, databases, security solutions and peripheral devices; coordinates information and resources to insure proper and timely installation and maintenance activities; verifies availability and proper operation of products for installation; schedules installations; converts old system data to new system; tests installed products per agency standards; completes installations and conversions; and provides initial training to customers on new products as needed

Supports network system access; defines, recommends, implements and maintains enterprise server and work station components; defines security access levels; sets up accounts for new employees and closes accounts when no longer necessary; increases account capacity when existing blocks are insufficient for work requirements; establishes port connections for new equipment to network as needed; resolves network problems per established guidelines; limits user access to specific areas according to user needs; and documents procedures and changes on all systems

Performs network administration; configures, operates and maintains programs, databases and/or infrastructure related systems; manages and configures servers to maintain updates; backs up and monitors event logs; analyzes event logs; identifies potential problems; monitors the performance and security of programs, databases and/or infrastructure systems; checks and maintains connectivity; upgrades servers; adds/deletes computers to/from network; manages user and email accounts and passwords; monitors network settings, network software, and drivers; and maintains databases and a variety of server software

Provides technical support and training to system users; troubleshoots problems with programs, databases and/or infrastructure related systems; resolves problems; escalates problem to vendors or other personnel as appropriate; and ensures continual operations of customers’ network applications; and utilizes diagnostic tools and other resources as appropriate

Supports development and implementation of new technology; researches and evaluates computer systems, software, and technology issues; develops technology solutions; advises departments on technology business strategies; evaluates departmental information systems and communications requests; and works with vendors to implement new, and upgrade existing, technology

Maintains an awareness of new applications, technologies, technical methods, trends, and advances in the profession; reviews professional publications, technical manuals, and websites to increase knowledge of network operations; and attends conferences, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate

Qualification

Systems AdministrationNetwork AdministrationDatabase ManagementTechnical SupportTechnology EvaluationTraining SkillsResearch SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingCommunication Skills