AllSTEM Connections has a need for a IT Systems Engineer in Topeka, KS. This is a 6-9 month contract with possible extensions. This will be an onsite position.

No C2C's at this time please.

The primary responsibility of this position is to install and maintain critical IT infrastructure. Work involves supporting servers, storage and hardware, system software, and peripherals. Additionally includes troubleshooting local area (LAN) or wide area (WAN) networks along with PC support when needed. Exceptional customer service and communication skills are needed alongside strong team oriented focus but with the ability to work independently.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Provides primary LAN/Server/PC support
Plan, test, and implement upgrades to our Business systems
Integrate new software applications
Evaluates and recommends alternative solutions on vendor capabilities to provide required products and services
Conducts research on emerging products, services, protocols and standards
Provides application orientation and basic customer IT training.
Troubleshooting servers, software, drivers, Active Directory, GPO, DHCP, DNS, Microsoft applications and specialized agency applications.
Deploying and analyzing system patches on servers and workstations
Monitoring and configuring backup jobs for servers
SAN and NAS installations, configurations, monitoring and maintenance
Scripting knowledge of PowerShell, VBScript, command line, bash, etc.
Strong analytical skills with root cause analysis skills
IT Inventory management on all new and existing hardware and software licenses
Ability to work with hardware and software engineers to install, configure and maintain systems along with the skills to install severs and appliances from the ground up.
Responds to employee questions by email, in-person, or over the telephone.
Assists customers in obtaining system repairs or conducting the repairs directly.
Recommends, installs, and configures new desktop systems.
Ensures user requirements are met with regards to applications installed.
Ensures agency security policy is enforced by patching workstations and peripherals and following best security practices. Manages Antivirus solution on clients.
Develops or maintains procedures and reference material for system operation and technical support. Develops, maintains and publicizes business and system procedures for system users. Develops and maintains training materials for users or system support staff.

Minimum Qualifications
Seven to ten years of system administration including configuring, installing and troubleshooting of operating systems, software, and hardware and connecting peripherals. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent with experience
Associates degree of Tech School with experience
College degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field with experience

Licensing & Certification
Driver License (In-state travel is expected)

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AllSTEM Connections participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.