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SolarWinds Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Remote work
Duration: 12 Months+
Job Type: Contract
Summary:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced SolarWinds Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep, multi-suite knowledge to lead initiatives related to their SolarWinds environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in the Microsoft stack and be capable of providing expert-level guidance, implementation, and optimization across the full SolarWinds suite of products. This is an onsite role requiring a hands-on expert to support critical infrastructure monitoring and management.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the entire SolarWinds suite of products.
- Provide expert-level support, configuration, and troubleshooting for all SolarWinds modules.
- Optimize SolarWinds deployments to ensure peak performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Integrate SolarWinds with the Microsoft stack (e.g., Windows Server, SQL Server, Active Directory).
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of SolarWinds configurations and processes.
- Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to internal IT teams.
- Proactively identify and resolve potential issues within the SolarWinds environment.
- Ensure the SolarWinds environment adheres to best practices and security standards.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand their monitoring and management needs.
- Customize and create reports, alerts, and dashboards to meet specific business requirements.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Extensive and deep expertise in multiple SolarWinds suites.
- Proven experience as a SolarWinds SME in a complex enterprise environment.
- Strong proficiency in the Microsoft stack, including:
- Windows Server
- SQL Server
- Active Directory
- In-depth knowledge of network monitoring, server monitoring, application monitoring, and other IT infrastructure monitoring principles.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SolarWinds certifications.
- Experience with database administration (SQL Server).
- Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell).
- Experience with other monitoring tools.
This is an urgent requirement for an onsite expert. If you possess the required SolarWinds expertise and Microsoft stack proficiency, we encourage you to apply.