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The Programmer will manage and maintain computer systems, servers, and ensure cyber security processes are updated. Review and evaluate AI tools for administrative functions.

This is a non-exempt, in-person position located primarily on the Columbia, TN Campus.

Essential Functions

• Systems -System management of servers running Linux and Windows; numerous layered products Argos reporting and Evisions.
  1. Maintain server software, including servers in virtual environments (Nutanix)
  2. Service and system monitoring
  3. Communicate with third-party vendors to maintain hardware and software
  4. Maintain backup applications, backup integrity, and verify backups are restore ready.
  5. System and application management of Windows and Linux systems for Columbia State Web server and Cascade, Student web portal server, and IT-specific applications (Ansible, Foreman, IP Hostmon, Greenbone/OpenVAS).
  6. Process automation and maintenance via Ansible and Foreman.
  7. Requirements gathering, design, test, and implement systems
  8. Liaison between technical teams and user departments 
• Cyber Security - System security and assurance
  1. Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on systems, networks, and applications.
  2. Assist with monitoring and updating end point security tools
  3. Review applications to evaluate and ensure positive security posture
  4. Investigate suspicious activities, security alerts, and potential breaches.
  5. Recommend security policies, procedures, and best practices to protect sensitive information and infrastructure.
• Artificial Intelligence - Provide support for evaluations of AI-related tools and applications as pertains to administrative functions.

Supplemental Functions

• Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention and graduation growth for the service area.
• Serve on college committees.
• Participants in other college activities as assigned by the Director of Admin Computing, DBA.
• Help create specifications and evaluation bids.
• Ensure audit guidelines are followed.
• Other duties as assigned.
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Education, Training, and Experience

Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field and 4 years of experience in a technical support role.

OR

• Masters Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field and 1 year of experience in a technical support role.

Preferred/Desired:

• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating
• Programming language experience in Python, HTML or similar language
• Experience in scripting languages – for example PowerShell, Java Script, Bash
• Experience with Ellucian Banner, Slate
• Working knowledge of ChaGPT, MS Copilot, other LLM’s
• Knowledge of cyber security tools and XDR/MDR applications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Ability to build strong relationships with faculty, staff, and students across the institution.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to occasionally work off-hours or weekends
• Must be able to travel to other campus locations

Titles Supervised

None

This is a non-exempt, in person position located primarily on the Columbia, TN Campus.

Hiring Salary Range (Annual): $63,280 - $75,940

Special Note to Applicants:
Salary offers are determined based on documented education and relevant full-time experience. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all qualifying credentials and experience are clearly reflected on their resume for consideration.

All applications must be submitted online. Applications submitted by email, mail, or in person will not be accepted. The application will remain open until filled. 

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.  

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of Human Resources
humanresources@columbiastate.edu
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
931-540-2501