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