What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Systems Engineer 3 position at Vermont Information Processing?
VIP is seeking a highly skilled IT Systems Engineer 3 to join our IT Team. This role is pivotal in analyzing, testing, and building leading-edge solutions, focusing heavily on advanced process automation, security, and scalability. As an IT Systems Engineer 3, you will be a key leader in designing and implementing complex software systems, ensuring they are reliable, secure, and scalable.
Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid. This position will report to our office headquarters in Colchester, VT
Starting Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000/year
Key Responsibilities:
- Automation & Scripting: Achieve significant process automation using tools like Ansible, PowerShell, and bash to increase system efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
- System Design & Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain complex systems across our x64/x86 servers, applications, and virtualized environments. Implement web hosting technologies such as reverse proxies (HAProxy) and web servers (Tomcat, IIS).
- Advanced Troubleshooting: Perform diagnosis of root cause for incidents, troubleshoot unique challenges, and execute full resolution steps, especially for VIP infrastructure.
- Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain robust system security measures, adhere to SOC1&2 security policies, and assist with audits. Work with 3rd-party cloud solutions (Akamai, Crowdstrike, Okta, Google, Microsoft) where appropriate. Implement Identity and Access Management best practices where appropriate.
- Collaboration & Mentoring: Work closely with IT Security, Middleware, IBMi, and other teams. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced Systems Engineers (Level I, II).
- Strategy & Research: Research new tools and services, leading deployment projects from beta testing to full rollout, and staying current with emerging technologies.
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of progressive experience in software or systems engineering.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (relevant certifications and work experience may substitute for a degree).
- Solid scripting and automation experience.
- Advanced understanding of Windows and Linux Servers, and networking knowledge (OSI layers, TCP/IP).
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization/containerization (Nutanix AHV/AOS is a plus).
- Familiarity with DevOps principles, Agile/Waterfall methodologies, and strong adherence to change control and documentation standards.
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, or CISSP are a plus.
- Excellent analysis, critical thinking, and communication skills, with a methodical and detail-oriented approach.
Benefits Include:
- Health Insurance
- Vision and Dental Expense Reimbursement
- 401k Match & Employer Contributions
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Parental Leave
- On-site Child Care Center (VT)
- On-site Fitness Center (VT)
- On-site Health Clinic (VT)
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Combined Time Off and Floating Holidays
- Flex and Hybrid Schedules
All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000