Senior Systems Engineer Job in Poughkeepsie 12601

Health Quest

Systems Engineer

The Server 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. The Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.

Responsibilities

' Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems. And update when necessary.
' Maintain database patch levels.
' Maintain OS patch levels
' Responsible for hardware for database application
' Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
' 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.
' Support Call Center for security, AD and database questions/issues
' Support with an on call rotation.
' Integrate servers, including database, e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.
' Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
' Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.
' Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
' Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
' Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
' Interact with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
' Provide orientation and training to end-users for all modified and new systems.

Health Quest is the Mid-Hudson Valley's largest healthcare system providing the highest quality care across a broad spectrum of services. Offering the full range of hospital services, pre-hospital emergency care, homecare and nursing home care, the Health Quest system provides immediate and caring service to the one million people who reside in the New York counties of Columbia, Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Putnam and northern Westchester. Our hospitals include Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Putnam Hospital Center, and Northern Dutchess Hospital.

' Four-year college diploma or university degree in computer science or software engineering and/or 5 years equivalent work experience.
' Certifications in Microsoft OS including Security+, Server+, Network+, A+ and MCSE certification
' Cisco CCNA a plus. If not currently available the person should be working to obtain this certification.
' Demonstrated experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software systems, applications, and related products.
' Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices.
' Working technical knowledge of current software protocols and Internet standards.
' Excellent software troubleshooting experience.
' Working knowledge of network and PC operating systems, including Windows 2000 server and above

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