Rational Engineer
Location:HARRISBURG PA
Job ID#3611
Date Posted:25 Jun 2013
Job Summary
Max Rate
Open
Work Status
Any work Status
Duration
6 Months
Openings
1
Type
Contract
Submission Deadline
06-25-2013
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Short
Description:
Under limited supervision is responsible for
development, enhancement, implementation, and support of the IBM Rational Suite
of tools including but not limited to ClearCase and ClearQuest.
Complete
Description:
Under limited supervision the individual in this
position will responsible for the Rational ClearCase environment, which
includes performing all software upgrades/enhancements, will work closely with
developers to implement changes and perform daily maintenance, including the
creation of ClearCase components, VOBs and granting access to developers. This individual will also provide secondary
support for the Websphere environment.
Rational ClearCase Duties and Responsibilities
Include:
• ClearCase
Administration
• Manage
ClearCase access control
• Manage
views
• Manage
storage pools
• Schedule
tasks
• Back
up and restore ClearCase objects
• Administer
ClearCase licenses
• Install
ClearCase
• Manage
VOBs
Websphere Duties and Responsibilities Include:
• Participate
in the creation and modification of standards and best practices concerning the
WebSphere application servers and IHS(IBM HTTP server)
• Provide
technical advice and assistance to users concerning WebSphere application
servers
• Monitor
WebSphere environments concerning capacity planning
• Evaluate
current WebSphere software parameters and recommend tuning efforts
• Participate
in testing and validation of new releases or maintenance upgrades to the
WebSphere
Other Duties
A. Collaborate with PENNDOT developers and partners
to develop and implement information systems.
B. Implements server configurations, performs
server sizing estimates and capacity planning.
D. Assists in the development of configuration
standards.
C. Evaluates, plans, and implements new server
technology, including planning, deployment, and management of new server
resources/technology.
D. Administers/enhances Rational ClearCase,
provides secondary support for ClearQuest and Websphere.
E. Develops new procedures and forms to improve
efficiency.
F. Proactively identifies and resolves network
issues.
G. Performs Server/Network Management functions
using various management and monitoring tools available including sophisticated
network and server management systems.
H. Establishes and documents standard procedures
for operation, management, and monitoring.
I. Proactively plans for business continuity and
disaster avoidance.
J. Creates/updates disaster recovery plans.
K. Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in computer science
or related field or equivalent as well as a minimum of 5 years experience or
Associates degree in computer science or related field and 7 years experience.
Specific knowledge required in the following areas:
• Rational
ClearCase
• Websphere
• IIS
• MS
Server 2003
• ClearQuest
(Desired)
Strong knowledge of Windows and Windows products
including Windows Server 2003, Windows 7, personal computer software set up and
installation, PC connectivity products and PC hardware connectivity.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
(Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access)
Demonstrated ability to establish and meet work
schedules within limited time frames and under tight deadlines and a
willingness to work off hours as the need arises in support of changes to the
LANs and WANs.
Effective verbal communication skills are required
to work with all levels of the organization including management, vendors, and
various PENNDOT personnel. Effective writing skills are required in order to
document work performed.
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
required including ability to work effectively in a team environment. High
level of proficiency in effective problem solving required.
Working Conditions
Standard work week is Monday – Friday but weekends,
shift work, holiday, on-call, and overtime may be required.
Work may require travel to and from the various
PENNDOT locations.
Skills:
Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience
IBM Rational ClearCase
Required
3
Years
IBM WebSphere
Required
3
Years
Microsoft IIS Server
Required
2
Years
Microsoft Windows Server
Required
2
Years
IBM Rational ClearQuest
Highly desired
2
Years
Monitoring and Diagnostic Tools
Highly desired
2
Years