Applications System Administrator

Job#: 3039846

Job Description:
Applications System Administrator

Location: Washington, District of Columbia (Onsite)

Role Overview

An opportunity is available for an Application Systems Administrator to manage hybrid cloud and client/server-based systems. This role supports the performance, security, and reliability of business systems. Responsibilities include addressing server-related issues for COTS applications, collaborating on system build and configuration, and supporting end users.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize client/server-based and hybrid cloud-based business application systems.
• Identify and resolve application-related issues while working with functional teams or vendor support to address system issues and vulnerability response.
• Assist in Jira Service Management platform administration and backend/process development and improvement.
• Perform SQL Server Administration and database operations.
• Assist in SharePoint Administration activities, including both front and back-end administration.
• Provide technical support to end users to ensure effective access and utilization of business systems.
• Use incident management practices to address system-level issues.
• Provide analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Experience: 4 years of experience as a system administrator managing hybrid cloud and/or client/server environments.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with the Jira Service Management platform (back-end development) and incident & problem management practices.
• Experience in SQL Server Administration and database operations.
• Experience in Microsoft SharePoint Administration.
• Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and related processes.
• Working knowledge of Configuration Management Platforms (e.g., IBM Rational or equivalent).
• Proficiency in scripting for automation (e.g., PowerShell, Perl, or Bash).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in ITIL Foundations, Atlassian Certified Jira Administrator, Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA): Database Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate, or Microsoft Certified: SharePoint Administrator Associate.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Access or Crystal Reports.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Terraform, or Ansible).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with incident management platforms for reporting, automation, and deployment.

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