GlobalScape FTP Consultant

Job Title: GlobalScape FTP Consultant

Location: Fully Remote

Job Type: Contract 4+ Months (likely to extend)

Project Overview

Secure Enterprise FTP Solutions for Cloud & On-Prem | GlobalScape migration project. This project involves consolidating GlobalScape jobs from multiple servers into a single environment, ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant file transfer operations.

Responsibilities

• Migration & Consolidation
  • Move GlobalScape jobs from legacy servers into the new client's server.
  • Copy jobs to a test server, analyze active vs. inactive jobs, and determine relevance.
  • Modify jobs (paths, naming conventions, dependencies) for the new environment.
  • Identify linked jobs, test them together, and migrate incrementally (no big-bang cutover).
• Analysis & Optimization
  • Evaluate workflows to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Support incremental migration strategy to minimize disruption.
  • Collaborate with client's employees and project manager to align technical changes with business needs.
• Secure File Transfer Administration
  • Manage EFT (Enhanced File Transfer), SFTP/FTP servers, and SSL/TLS encryption.
  • Configure and monitor GlobalScape EFT Automation and Advanced Workflow Engine (AWE).
  • Integrate GlobalScape with enterprise systems via APIs and COM interfaces.
  • Monitor and report file transfer activities using Business Activity Monitoring (BAM).

Core Technical Competencies

• Expertise in Secure File Transfer Protocols (EFT, SFTP/FTP, SSL/TLS).
• Strong network administration knowledge (enterprise networks, firewalls, secure communication).
• Proficiency in GlobalScape EFT administration (user accounts, permissions, HA deployments, troubleshooting).
• Experience with automation & workflow engines (AWE configuration).
• Integration skills with EFT APIs/COM APIs.
• Knowledge of migration tools and cut-over processes for smooth transitions.

Preferred Qualifications

• EFT Administrator or EFT Professional Certification (GlobalScape).
• Certified File Transfer Professional (CFTP), CISSP, or PMP.
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical or regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience with incremental migration strategies.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Attention to detail for secure configurations and compliance.
• Problem-solving ability to diagnose and resolve complex file transfer issues.
• Analytical thinking for workflow optimization and risk identification.
• Clear communication to collaborate with cross-functional teams and explain technical concepts.

Client Priorities

• Ensure secure, compliant migration of GlobalScape jobs.
• Deliver incremental, tested migration with minimal disruption.
• Work seamlessly with internal team under project manager oversight.