Systems Administrator Senior

Job Description

Job Description

The position is located in Sells, AZ.

Position Summary :

Under limited supervision, develops and administers system and information ownership, information and data classification guidelines, and standards and procedures. Responsible for the protection of the Nation's assets and information which are processed by or stored in the Nation's computerized information systems.

The work is normally reviewed upon completion to ensure compliance with general organization / department goals, policies and procedures. Major work activities are covered by procedures or guidelines permitting flexibility in selecting methods to utilize and procedures to follow, determination of work priorities, and the planning and coordination of projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develops, establishes and maintains standards, procedures and guidelines to promote the security and uninterrupted operation of computer-based application systems.
• Identifies and addresses exposures to accidental or intentional destruction, disclosure, modification, or interruption of information that may cause serious financial and / or information loss to the Nation.
• Maintains network security and performance.
• Establishes workable directory structure, network security and disk space allocation.
• Sets up user accounts according to established policies, procedures and restrictions.
• Troubleshoots network problems, hardware and software related; resolves network connectivity issues.
• Tracks all problems or issues through resolution.
• Sets up new phone lines, modems, controllers and terminals as needed.
• Enhances network by assessing new software and hardware products that would increase network performance and expand network services.
• Implements disaster recovery plans, runs system backups, and disaster recovery operations.
• Develops procedural documentation or policies as needed; trains end users on systems and equipment.
• Prepares reports and makes recommendation to ensure the optimum efficiency of equipment and systems in accordance with departmental needs.
• Maintains inventory of equipment, materials, systems, and applications.
• Improves staff effectiveness by coaching, training and recommending disciplinary action for employees; planning, delegating, monitoring and appraising job tasks and results in a timely manner.
• Keeps abreast of new technologies and principles by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

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