Sr. Managed File Transfer (MFT) Systems Admin - Remote / Telecommute

Job Title: Sr. Managed File Transfer (MFT) Systems Admin - Remote / Telecommute

Job Location: Richmond, VA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $81.22hr - $86.22hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree).
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows Server administration.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancers, and network security.
• Basic SQL knowledge for querying transfer logs/status.
• Knowledge of PGP/GPG encryption, SSH key management, and certificate management (SSL/TLS).
• Direct experience configuring and maintaining MFT solutions.
• Background in troubleshooting failed transfers and diagnosing connectivity issues.
• On-call availability for after-hours support.
• Experience with change management processes.
• Experience with vendor/partner onboarding for file transfer setups.

Responsibilities:

• Deploys the release of new technologies as well as designs, installs, configures, maintains and performs system integration testing of PC/server operating systems, related utilities and hardware.
• Responsible for trouble shooting server problems as reported by users.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends software and hardware products.
• Supports Web access and electronic messaging services and maintains a secure systems environment.
• Provides new hardware specifications to users based on application needs and anticipated growth, installs new servers and maintains the server infrastructure.

Nice to Have:

• Relevant technical certifications.
• Vendor-specific certifications such as IBM Sterling or Axway certifications.
• ITIL Foundation certification.
• Certifications in relevant OS platforms (Linux, Microsoft).
• Experience with monitoring/alerting tools such as Splunk, Nagios, or SolarWinds.

Skills:

• SFTP.
• FTP/FTPS.
• HTTP/HTTPS.
• IBM Sterling File Gateway.
• Axway.
• Sterling Secure Proxy.
• Sterling Connect Direct.
• Shell scripting.
• Bash.
• PowerShell.
• Python.
• Perl.
• Control-M.
• AutoSys.
• Cron.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Qualification And Education:

• 5-7+ years in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or a similar technical role.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities