SMARTSOURCE is currently searching for a System Engineer for a permanent opportunity in Astoria, NY
Job Type: Permanent
Location: ASTORIA, NY 11102
SALARY RANGE is $50-60k.
The Systems Engineer's role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems.
Strategy & Planning
• Collaborate with network support and management staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
• Work with CIO to define business requirements and systems goals to identify and resolve business systems issues.
Acquisition & Deployment
• Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
• Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
• Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
Operational Management
• Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
• Propose and create system design models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmers and development teams.
• Design and perform server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
• Accreditation from a reputable school and/or [5-7] years equivalent work experience.
• Certifications in MCP, MCSE are a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Highly self motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Resumes can be sent to Rick
888-832-7823 x 1050
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Thursday, January 07, 2010