Systems Engineer Intern

We are seeking an energetic, responsible intern to join our growing organization. In this position, you will be expected to learn the ins and outs of our daily routines and procedures while utilizing the educational knowledge and experience you have gained.

Investigate and analyze the feasibility of system requirements and develop system architectural documentation and specifications. Identifies methods, solutions, and process improvements to assist current system engineering admins in their day-to-day responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Familiarize and document the day-to-day operations of the RRS host computers through monitoring system performance, configurations, maintenance, and patching. Ensure that records of system downtime and equipment inventory are properly maintained. This applies to documenting revisions to host system firmware, OS, and software. Works with vendors to assist with support activities. Use hardware management consoles to manage physical components and microcode
• Mirror Administrative staff and developers, including training, evaluating, and recommending improvements
• Documents procedures and programs for backup and restoration of host operating systems, storage, databases and host-based applications
• Develops and coordinates project directions and schedules to maximize benefits and minimize impacts on the customer organizations. Provides leadership in planning and implementation of projects for Operations and enterprise systems administration
• Develop tools, procedures, and training sessions for Operations, Desktop Support, and Systems Development staff to assist with work
• Stays current with technological developments in systems engineering technology and recommends ways for RRS to take advantage of new technology.
• Positions in this classification may perform all or some of the responsibilities above, and all positions perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good research and analytical skills
• Knowledge of copywriting and editing
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of Programming languages and operating systems; current equipment and technologies in use; UNIX/Linux (AIX 7.1) system administration, Linux system administration(/RHEL7-8/Ubunutu16-22), enterprise backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring tools; effective project management techniques; principles and practices of effective management and supervision
• Ability to Plan, organize, and document (VISIO and EXCEL) complex system design activities
• Preferred Work Experience: experience or familiarization with infrastructure/server environments performing monitoring (hardware and software) with an emphasis on Visio and Project planning

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally
• Must have the ability to collaborate with a team and contribute to insights

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to look at computer monitors for 8 hours a day
• Must have the ability to use hands and fingers. Using them to type and manage copiers and printers
• Must be able to exert up to at least 10 lbs. of force occasionally

Work Environment:

 This job is done in a traditional office environment. There will be extended periods of sitting.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.