Job Description:-
Systems engineer responsible for configuring, managing, and monitoring the UNIX servers that provide the supporting infrastructure for the EPIC Electronic Health Record System
· Support the servers and lpars that run the EPIC cache application including lower and Disaster recovery instances.
· Monitor system performance counters, application response time and other system metrics and respond to any issues before they become widespread problems
· Ensure that application and system configurations support optimal system performance
· Engage support resources as/when needed, especially UNIX, SAN, Windows and Citrix administrators in the Share Services team (EITS)
· Assist with vendor application upgrades
· Coordinate system upgrades and patching
· Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade all Unix and Linux systems and services, that support the EPIC center of Excellence
· Coordinate, implement and set up integration for all UNIX (Linux too) based EPIC applications and services..
· Responsible for systems security and compliance standards
Required Qualifications :
· 2-5 years experience building, supporting and running a tier 1 application
· Self starter with ability to operate with little direct oversight
· Ability to become an expert in new applications in a relatively short timeframe
· Good interpersonal skills – you will be communicating regularly with internal and external employees of various computer skill levels, helping them resolve a wide variety of technical issues
· Working knowledge of TCP/IP, and DNS and firewalls
· Effective priority and task management skills.
Preferred Qualifications :
· Experience supporting healthcare related applications
· Knowledge in UNIX AND Windows
· Epic cache experience a plus
Education :
· Advanced coursework (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in computer science or related field
· Epic certifications a plus
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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