What are the responsibilities and job description for the IS Advisor 1 - Server Support position at Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County?
- Responsible for the build, configuration, operation, and on-going support of Windows-based servers including installation of Operating Systems and associated software/firmware.
- Ensures the overall health and availability of assigned servers.
- Utilizes advanced troubleshooting techniques to diagnose complex issues.
- Executes necessary steps required to take corrective action.
- Responsible for the management and repair of server hardware, software, tools, and peripherals.
- Ensures servers are documented in inventory including all required information as outlined in procedural documentation.
- Configures component monitoring of servers for disk volumes, CPU, Memory, Hardware Health, Physical/Virtual Memory, Network Interfaces, and Asset Inventory.
- Leads or assists in developing purchase specifications.
- Prepares quotes and facilitates purchasing of new servers and equipment.
- Ensures ITS managed servers are updated and vulnerabilities remediated in accordance with security compliance requirements for firmware, operating system and first-party software.
- Manages server permissions utilizing the principle of least privilege.
- Performs server break/fix functions and makes recommendations for corrective action.
- Leads or assists in implementation of automation through PowerShell and other tools.
- Coordinates third party activities on servers.
- Coordinates implementation of the server backups.
- Participates in the planning, building, and testing of the business continuity and disaster recovery procedures.
- Creates and maintains procedures specific to functional areas.
- Prepares clear and concise documentation which is appropriate and relevant to the audience.
- Communicates technical material to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Assists in deployment of Linux-based servers where applicable.
"No Substitution"
*Resume must be included with application to ensure consideration. *
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Candidate must receive and maintain a passing status from Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) background check.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
- 7-10 years of education and experience in Server Administration
- Experience administering Windows Domain related roles
- Server related professional certifications relevant to the scope of work
- Experience administering Linux or Linux certifications
We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.