Job DescriptionInformatics System Administrator Work Location & Address*Houston TX 77017 Contract duration (in months)* 6 (Possible extension) Implementation Partner: Infosys Initial Responsibilities: • First line technical support for Informatics application server issues • Change management administration for system updates and modifications • Provide assistance to planning and implementing server upgrades and new software releases, including communication to end-users • Steward client application deployments -- ensure end-users are running client software that is compatible to deployed server versions • Risk assessment / controls catalog facilitator • Stewardship of developer software acquisitions and records (i.e., SAMP requests) • Stewardship of Informatics enterprise licenses • Account management support for Informatics, including - Custodian of application access and access review processes - Custodian of password and account management applications • Produce clear, concise technical documentation for knowledge capture, covering issue resolutions, managed changes, security and controls, etc. Potential Responsibilities: • Publication of Experiment Definition files to production servers • System security report reviewer (e.g., review of database audit reports) • Publication of web applications to Informatics’ production web servers • SharePoint site maintenance for Informatics • Development of utility programs to aid in system configuration and maintenance activities Requirements: Qualifications: • 4 year degree in either a computer related or scientific discipline (physics, chemistry or biology) with programming or extensive technical software experience • Exposure to systems administration • Knowledge of relational databases • Experience in development operations in a team environment • Possess a high degree of attention to detail • Problem solver (identify solutions, not problems) • Proficiency in a reasonable number of common programming or scripting languages • Demonstrated ability to deliver at or ahead of project deadlines • Team-focused and highly self-motivated with a desire to explore new approaches and technology in a fast paced software development group • Enjoys sharing ideas and collaborating with others to achieve a common goal • Works both independently and as a member of a team in development of creative and scalable solutions. • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills for interaction with business personnel at various levels within multiple organizations Desired: • 4 years of experience • Scientific background with research experience or advanced degree • Understanding of object oriented programming and design • Exposure to security and controls around user account management Desired years of experience*: 4-5 years Education/ Certifications (Required): BE Nagarjuna. GSr.Technical RecruiterPhone: 732-795-1267Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.