Enterprise Systems Administrator - GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL | Bloomington, IL

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  • Location: Bloomington, IL

  • Company: Growmark

its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at. See what it's like to work at GROWMARK: youtu. be/CSVMn KCy Ss Y PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT Consults with clients throughout the GROWMARK system to analyze and implement the appropriate technical infrastructure including the installation, integration, administration and support of on premise and cloud based infrastructures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide leadership to the members of Enterprise Systems Support for key technology need to support the GROWMARK system, such as cloud, database, backups, and linux. Leads in the development

of the technical solutions, in translating the business needs into technical requirements. Identifies gaps, strategic impacts, financial impacts and the risk profile in the technical solution or offering, and provides technical support.

Responsible for technical problem resolution including communication with vendors and support groups as needed. Evaluates new technological developments and evolving business requirements. Submits an annual strategic overview to management discussing new technical developments and trends within cloud computing and how GROWMARK might leverage these technologies within its business processes. Assist with the negotiation, relationship management, troubleshooting

and reporting of all technology related contract commitments made with various vendors.

Monitor servers and services to provide statistics and other feedback to help maintain efficient and effective use of these systems Performs the appropriate tasks needed to facilitate the access of cloud services and on premise solutions supported by ESS for a wide variety of applications used by the GROWMARK system. Implements, recommends, and adheres to GROWMARK IT procedures. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares monthly status reports, weekly time reporting, project summaries, and technical recommendations. Assists with preparation of annual overhead and capital budgets.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. Performs all other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Normally requires a college degree in computer science, information system, business, or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate the ability to provide leadership to the GROWMARK System on the implementation and management of cloud solutions. Understanding and experience with information technology-related areas including cloud computing trends, resource management, technical design, support, data security, policies and procedures, and compliance along with planning, program execution, budgeting, and communications.

Understanding and experience with database management, especially Amazon Aurora, Amazon RDS, and other cloud based database platforms. Understanding and experience with backup software, such as Commvault or Amazon Backup. Demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Must possess a valid passport. Occasionally required to lift 21-50 lbs. Ability to carry a pager and/or cell phone and be available to receive after hours support calls, Individuals in this position should expect to be available 24/7. Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight as necessary, and have the ability to possess a passport. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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