Information Systems and Technology; IS&T Administrator

United Cooperative Services has an open position for an Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Administrator in our Burleson IS&T Department. This annual wage for this exempt position is $. Candidate should have a stable, verifiable work history, with an acceptable MVR. A pre‑employment drug and alcohol screen is required. This is a career job with progressive pay and an outstanding benefit package.

Positions are open until filled.

United Cooperative Services is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

This position directs and performs software development, installation, maintenance, problem determination and correction, updating, planning, and efficient utilization of the organization's computers, servers, network, IBM systems, communications systems, peripherals, and all related hardware and software. Additionally, this position performs daily end user support and training.

Directs/performs the installation, monitoring, updating and retirement of hardware and software relating to network, virtualization, servers, PCs, telephone, security/surveillance systems, and radio items.

Interfaces with the organization's users for support and training.

Installs and maintains desktop operating systems for all users.

Interfaces with outside vendors to configure systems or resolve problems involving system software, hardware, etc.

Manages vendor relationships, works directly with the organization’s vendors to engineer, design, and build the technology solutions and systems needed to support critical Cooperative business applications. Coordinates with vendors to repair infrastructure and end‑user systems to provide system, network upgrades, and assist with new implementations.

Administers/maintains the following systems:
Microsoft Domain Network, IP Network, Telephone Systems and Voice Network, Internet Information Servers, and Email Servers, Database Servers, Virtualization Servers, IBM and Daffron system.

Continually reviews software, hardware and determines upgrades, changes as necessary. As a part of this step, works with VP of IS&T to create budgets and plans for computing and communications purchases.

Repairs and monitors computer, telephone, and related communication systems. Creates and keeps a complete inventory of all computers, related hardware, software and telephone system items.

Works with VP of IS&T in developing and reviewing contracts with vendors/consultants for agreements pertaining to products and services relating to the IS&T department.

Develops, programs, initializes and implements software solutions on the Intranet, Internet, and Stand‑alone Software to enhance the organization's efficiency and competitiveness. Responsible for training users where necessary.

Manages all licensing and license renewals for Microsoft, VMware, Dell EMC, Shore Tel, IBM, Daffron, Quest, Cisco, HP/Aruba, Alien Vault, and all other systems and applications requiring licensing.

Reviews invoices of payments to vendors to ensure that the payments for services and products that are being purchased is accurate.

Directs and performs all software backups and procedures for accomplishing backup tasks. Routinely tests backups to ensure integrity. Creates/maintains guidelines to ensure backup plans are in place for potential failures to minimize downtime.

Designs system specifications for new systems/processes.

Responsible to maintain telephone circuits and network circuits including internal and external links. Further, responsible for cellular service and equipment including setup and maintenance.

Responsible for maintaining integrity and security of IS&T assets and information using both physical and cyber security means and best practices. Maintains security within UCS Security Guidelines.

Ensures ongoing compliance of the Cooperative in regards to federal, regulatory, and payment card industry data security standards pertaining to network, servers, and storage or data.

Assists other departments in developing reports and mining data from all IS&T systems. Also ensures systems are integrated where possible for increased efficiency across the Cooperative.

Shall be available during and after hours to…