Job Announcement
Job Title: Unix Operating Systems Analyst (Operating Systems Analyst – Career), University Computer Operations
Job ID: 1902
Location: San Diego Main Campus
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Position Information
Full-time, temporary position anticipated to end on or before December 31, 2010, with the possibility for reappointment and/or permanency.
Salary Range
$4,314 – $7,224/month. The competitive salary offered to the selected candidate is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring departments fiscal resources.
Responsibilities
Provide system administration of various computer servers and applications. These systems may include Unix, Linux, Windows and other operating systems operating both independently or within a Virtual Computing environment. Major activities include operating system maintenance, management and security, enterprise storage (NAS, SAN, and backup systems), support for various application software. Plan, research, and implement hardware, software, and operating system software, applying security patches and update software tools and applications as necessary to ensure secure and optimal system performance. Install and configure servers of different platforms as part of building the computer systems for various projects. Perform various tests for data security, reliability, redundancy, and disaster recovery. Take corrective measures to ensure that any failed tests are corrected. Initiate and update documentation and procedures as needed to ensure correctness and compliance with various SDSU and CSU policies. Research, develop, and implement software in support of UCO and SDSU. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The incumbent must possess a foundation of knowledge and skills in software development and operating systems software maintenance, and administration; a working knowledge of computer operating systems, systems analysis, networking, and basic systems-level programming. Knowledge of software development life cycle; programming methodology and languages; operating system concept and practice; data communication network architectures; Java and web development experience and understanding; network connectivity, integration, configuration, and protocols. Ability to develop computer programs utilizing scripting languages such as Perl and PHP; to identify hardware, software, and operating system problems; to develop program implementation plans, install software, and apply fixes; to use systems workflow and logic flowchart techniques.
Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university and two years of related systems management experience, including experience with Java/C/C++, Perl/PHP, and other programming languages; experience managing servers utilizing the Unix Operating Systems including, but not limited to, Sun Solaris, Oracle/RedHat Linux; experience with enterprise storage systems, including SAN/NAS; experience with virtual computing environments, e.g. VMware.
Specialized Requirements
Knowledge of system management and security/control procedures. Ability to write C/C++, Java, Perl, PHP, HTML, and/or shell scripts. Ability to identify and implement critical maintenance fixes and to isolate and correct malfunctions, including interface problems. Ability to establish data security standards and procedures.
Specialized Skills
Two years of programming/software development experience performing design, analysis, development, implementation, and maintenance preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server operating systems; of database design, structure development, features, operations, programming, and data access principles; of applications programming techniques and procedures preferred. Ability to tune database systems and maintain database software preferred.
Application Procedures
Review of applications will begin on Friday, July, 23, 2010; position will remain open until filled. The on-line application should be completed in detail. COMPLETION OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION, A RESUME ALONE WILL NOT SUFFICE.
To apply for this position, use http://hr.sdsu.edu/employment/staffjobs.htm. You must submit your application by clicking on the “Submit” button. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on line at http://bfa.sdsu.edu/ps/employ/staffpositions/staffjobs.htm. Applicants with disabilities requiring special attention and/or interview arrangements may call (619)594-7099.
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This position may be funded by a qualifying federal contract, requiring new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS), in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).
This position may be a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. Candidates accepting a “designated” position will be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on University business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
This position may require a background check. Evidence of degree(s) and/or certification(s) may be required at the time of hire. The selected candidate will be required to submit fingerprints to the LiveScan Print Services.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.