Senior Systems Engineer

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Overview

Senior Systems Engineers are responsible for the configuration and administration of all hosted and non-hosted Open Systems infrastructure platforms, Middleware technologies, and Telephony/Network systems. Including Implementation and administration of Single Sign On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), encryption (TLS, SSL, etc.) protocols, and Digital Certificate installation/management.

Resolution of Service and Incident requests and management of any Problem and/or Change management assignments, including remediation of security-related vulnerabilities (including application of security packages) and administration, troubleshooting, and resolution of Firewall, Load balancer, reverse proxy, DNS, FTP, and other networking issues.

Core Responsibilities

• Senior Systems Engineer (SSE) must have the ability to work independently and act as project lead on enterprise-level technical initiatives.
• SSE will have excellent documentation skills and be able to provide written and verbal guidance to SEs.
• Configuration and administration of all hosted and non-hosted Open system infrastructure platforms, middleware technologies, telephony/network and database systems. Including implementation and administration of Single Sign On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), encryption (TLS, SSL, etc.) protocols, and Digital Certificate installation/management.
• Resolution of Service and Incident requests and management of any problem change management assignments, including remediation of security-related vulnerabilities (application of security packages). Basic administration and troubleshooting/resolution of Firewall, Load balancer, reverse proxy, DNS, FTP, and other networking issues.
• Work closely with all managed service providers responsible for supporting KofC’s hosted infrastructure, backup, and disaster recovery services. This includes reporting and responding to incidents and coordinating any changes and updates.
• Acts as an escalation point for Level 1 Service desk personnel as well as other Systems Engineers on all complex issues.
• Accountable for cross-training of SEs, expectation is for SSE to work with Engineering on projects and assist in training SEs/SAs on newly implemented solutions.
• On-call and/or after-hours work required
• Additional duties and assignments as assigned
  
  

Skills Qualifications

Required :

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with installing and configuring enterprise applications
• Experience with Windows and Linux based Open systems
• Knowledge of PowerShell and windows batch scripting
• Knowledge of Active directory and group policy administration
• Knowledge of Cloud architecture and concepts
• Experience with digital certificate Administration and Management
• Understanding of different types of directory structures such as IBM LDAP
• Conceptual understanding of different application patterns such as client-server and N-tier (multitier) web application architecture
• Experience with basic network constructs, Firewall, Load balancer, reverse proxy, DNS, FTP
• Experience with Java application servers (WebSphere, Tomcat, etc.)
  
  

Education

Required:

• BS or BA in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of experience and training
• 7 – 10 years of information technology experience in assigned discipline or equivalent combination of training and experience
• ITIL Foundation certificate
  
  

Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account a broad array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range below applies as long as the work is performed in Connecticut; the Knights of Columbus reserves the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location. At the Knights of Columbus, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $104,500 - 172,400.

Authorization To Work In The United States Is Required.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday.

KofC Cares

Our mission is focused on family and faith, and we support our employees in seeking a balanced life.

Employee benefits include:

Time Away: 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave, and flexible workweek schedules.

Professional Development: Certifications, designation, and tuition reimbursement.

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, and cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company.

Health and Wellness:

• Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company;
• Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy.
• One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
• A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions. The Order's health plans do not cover abortion, sterilization, or contraception, and the Order has helped advocate for other employers who do not want to provide coverage.
• Long-term disability insurance;
• Dental insurance;
• Vision insurance;
• Health club membership reimbursement;
• Employee Assistance Program