Systems Administrator, Principal (Platform Technologies)

Salary Range: $68778-$110732

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to independently administer the Countys largest most complex and critical information systems; plan and implement departmental and enterprise solutions for County-wide and multi-agency systems as assigned; and provide lead guidance and direction to less experienced Systems Administrators.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers; confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers assists with complex/problem situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Defines requirements plans researches and evaluates capability of technology systems; and coordinates configures installs and maintains information technology systems hardware software backup and restore devices databases security solutions and peripheral devices; coordinates information and resources to insure proper and timely installation and maintenance activities; verifies availability and proper operation of products for installation; schedules installations; converts old system data to new system; tests installed products per agency standards; completes installations and conversions; and provides initial training to customers on new products as needed.

Supports network system access; defines recommends implements and maintains enterprise server and work station components; defines security access levels; sets up accounts for new employees and closes accounts when no longer necessary; increases account capacity when existing blocks are insufficient for work requirements; establishes port connections for new equipment to network as needed; resolves network problems per established guidelines; limits user access to specific areas according to user needs; and documents procedures and changes on all systems.

Performs network administration; configures operates and maintains programs databases and/or infrastructure related systems; manages and configures servers to maintain updates; backs up and monitors event logs; analyzes event logs; identifies potential problems; monitors the performance and security of programs databases and/or infrastructure systems; checks and maintains connectivity; upgrades servers; adds/deletes computers to/from network; manages user and email accounts and passwords; monitors network settings network software and drivers; and maintains databases and a variety of server software.

Provides technical support and training to system users; troubleshoots problems with programs databases and/or infrastructure related systems; resolves problems; escalates problem to vendors or other personnel as appropriate; and ensures continual operations of customers network applications; and utilizes diagnostic tools and other resources as appropriate.

Supports development and implementation of new technology; researches and evaluates computer systems software and technology issues; develops technology solutions; advises departments on technology business strategies; evaluates departmental information systems and communications requests; and works with vendors to implement new and upgrade existing technology.

Maintains an awareness of new applications technologies technical methods trends and advances in the profession; reviews professional publications technical manuals and websites to increase knowledge of network operations; and attends conferences workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Information Technology or related field required; five years of progressively responsible experience in systems administration in a large-scale information technology environment; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license.