I am Arief from Technogen Inc, looking for Sr. Systems Administrator for one of our clients. Below is the job description for your review. Please let me know if you would be interested and share your updated resume. You can reach me arief.m@technogeninc.com or else call me on 703 763 0009
About the Role -
Sr. Systems Administrator
Hybrid with Twice in a week onsite.
Need to be Onsite for first Week for Badging and Onboarding purposes,
Washington, District of Columbia,
We are seeking an experienced and technology agnostic Systems Administrator specializing in Tableau, SAS, and Socrata to oversee and optimize the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of our data analytics platforms. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of these systems while supporting business objectives through efficient data management and analytics. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise and strong problem-solving skills, with a commitment to delivering an exceptional user experience and will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving, and team-first environment.
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Tableau, SAS (both SAS 9.4 and SAS Viya), and Socrata environments.
Perform regular system updates, patching, and upgrades to ensure system security and compatibility.
Proactively monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
Manage user roles, permissions, and access levels to ensure data security and regulatory compliance.
Implement SSL certificates and secure authentication protocols to safeguard access to systems and data.
Support end-users on best practices, data access, and troubleshooting.
Conduct regular system audits and implement best practices for data security, adhering to organizational security standards and industry regulations.
Ensure that all data in transit and at rest is encrypted as needed, working with security teams to harden systems against unauthorized access.
Develop and maintain scripts for automating routine tasks, backups, monitoring, and system health checks.
Utilize Python, Shell, and PowerShell scripts to streamline operations and enhance process efficiency.
Work closely with data teams to optimize report generation, data loading times, and resource allocation across platforms.
Serve as the point of contact for troubleshooting and resolving complex issues within the Tableau, SAS, and Socrata environments.
Coordinate with IT and vendor support teams for timely issue resolution and escalation.
Lead projects related to system enhancements, upgrades, and migrations, including SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Data Engineering, BI, IT Security) to align system configurations with business needs.
Create and maintain documentation on system configuration, processes, and user guides for cross-departmental sharing.
Develop and monitor dashboards to track system health, usage, and critical alerts.
Generate and distribute regular reports on system performance, usage statistics, and incident logs to key stakeholders.
Qualifications - Must have a minimum of 12 years of experience providing Service Management System administration services.
Required Skills
Must have a minimum of 12 years of experience providing Service Management System administration services.
Minimum 5+ years of systems administration experience with Tableau Server, SAS, and Socrates.
Proven experience in managing enterprise-level analytics and BI platforms.
Must have experience managing SMS development activities and be proficient in applying the SDLC and DevOps principles.
Preferred Skills
Tableau Server Certified Associate or Professional or SAS Certified Platform Administrator for SAS 9 or Viya.
Certifications in cloud computing (e.g., AWS, Azure) or security (e.g., CISSP) are a plus.