IT Systems Engineer 3 - Windows

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Overview

Automation of systems administration tasks using PowerShell, SCCM, and other tools for integration with automation utilities. Development of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate deployment and management of infrastructure components. OS Patching through SCCM including verification and remediation Incident resolution – ServiceNow Queue monitoring and remediation Break/fix Certificate renewal and installation on various systems Server decommissions New server builds. New application deployments and application reconfiguration. In-place OS upgrades (Windows 2016 to 2019, 2022 or 2025 depending on application) Vulnerability remediation. Monthly VMWare template refresh Azure auditing and tagging for resource consumption and billing Create new and update existing documentation including Hosted Application Inventory. Participate in on-call rotation.

Required Skills and Abilities

1.Developed understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and data structures.

2.Developed understanding of software engineering best practices.

3.Developed analytical, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.

4.Developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

5.Ability to write precise, detailed technical specs and documentation.

Preferred Skills and Experience

1.Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or Terraform. Experience with VMware or Azure.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Develop or modify moderately complex software programming applications from specifications. 2. Monitor, support, and troubleshoot IT infrastructure, ensuring adherence to standards and service level objectives. 3. Analyze and prepare reports on performance metrics. 4. Implement and support robust and secure IT solution. 5. Draw on relationship and technical skills to act as technical liaison to internal and external stakeholders. 6. Serve as a technical liaison; support & collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. 7. Contribute to development & implementation of best practices. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree and four years of experience or equivalent education and experience. Skills and Abilities Developed understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and data structures. Developed understanding of software engineering best practices. Developed analytical, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills. Developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills. Ability to write precise, detailed technical specs and documentation.

Job Posting Date

11/03/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

GS-3

Compensation Grade Profile

GS-3i

Salary Range

$93,800.00 - $140,675.00

Benefits

A general description of the benefits to be offered with this Managerial & Professional position is available at:

Yale Benefits

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

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Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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