Server Architect

Contract-to-Hire 

MUST LIVE IN THE COLUMBUS, OHIO REGION - mostly remote but on-site as needed

Contributes strategic vision and serves as the top-level technical contributor in the planning, design, development, and implementation of integrated technology solutions that support and enhance Window Server systems for the Medical Center. Responsible for the overall design and architecture of the Window Server systems environment, leading the engineering, build, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure.

Oversees Windows Server operating systems and hardware administration at OSUMC, including provisioning, monitoring, tuning, capacity planning, security, troubleshooting, support, and maintenance. Evaluates, develops, and implements operating system enhancements to improve the reliability, scalability, sustainability, and availability of the server environment. Performs the most complex software installations and upgrades, ensuring all activities are planned, scheduled, and executed in accordance with established IT policies and procedures.

Monitors and tunes server operating systems to achieve optimal performance levels while consulting on major initiatives across multiple departments, service lines, platforms, and administrative interfaces. Provides expertise on integrating Window Server technologies with broader business and healthcare solutions. Leads high-impact projects involving significant business risk, facilitating the evaluation and research of new and existing products, procedures, and workflows related to Window Server operating systems.

Acts as a subject matter expert on Window Server systems strategies, procedures, policies, and methodologies. Offers direction and insight to leaders, peers, and team members to align strategic system requirements with evolving IT and business opportunities. Recognized across the organization for deep expertise and regularly sought out to resolve unique or highly complex systems challenges.


Minimum Requirements

Degree in Computer Science or a related field, and six years of experience in a technology-related role. Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a working knowledge of server hardware, and extensive experience with Microsoft operating systems and related technologies.