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Overview Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring for Senior Enterprise Monitoring Analyst to support the VA ESOM Contract. Location: Onsite - Austin Information Technology Center (Austin, TX) Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $130 - 147K annually. Kentro determines compensation by evaluating current government contracting and commercial market conditions, as well as the role's specific requirements. Final salary placement within this range will be based on the candidate's relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, location, and security clearance level, where applicable. This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro's culture of collaboration and adaptability. Responsibilities * Provide support to enhance Event Management (EM) capabilities. Provide "eyes on glass" monitoring, via continuous dashboard monitoring, in-depth alert analysis, and early detection capabilities. * Notify system owners of issues detected by monitoring tools to maintain optimal system health, typically within 15 minutes. * Provide recommendations to improve the current VA monitoring environment via approved continuous improvement channels. * Assist in refining the monitoring processes and ensuring the robustness of the VA's application infrastructure. * Provide application performance monitoring to ensure that bedrock and critical applications, services, and technology systems meet established expectations for optimized performance, availability, and a consistent end-user experience. * Provide industry expertise and troubleshooting knowledge transfer for the use of monitoring tools to provide early detection of IT infrastructure or application performance issues. * Provide knowledge to helpdesk staff and Information Technology Specialist (ITS) staff on the use of monitoring diagnostic tools to pinpoint production issues. * Recommend policies and procedures in response to incidents and alerts. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline * 10 years of relevant Experience * 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education * Experience monitoring and analyzing application performance, desktop performance, and availability monitoring/reporting using available tools such as, but not limited to Dynatrace, SolarWinds and ServiceNow. * Ability to serve as a subject matter expert (SMEs) for application performance monitoring tools (as mentioned above) for new and onboarded applications, services, and provide onboard presentations during routine health checks. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience performing application or infrastructure real-time monitoring in a large-scale enterprise environment. * Well versed in Dynatrace and or Solarwinds. * Well developed IT problem solving ability. * Ability to efficiently and effectively communicate IT problems and impacts to a large group of stakeholders. Clearance Requirement: * US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green card) * Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance * Must meet updated ID requirements: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/federal-credentialing-services/get-appointment-help/bring-required-documents * If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully. Benefits The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification. Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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