Job Summary:

The Computer Systems Hardware Analyst will assess the organizations future needs for information technology and information systems infrastructure.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluates assigned network and systems for performance, security, and other issues.
• Analyzes data processing requirements to effectively plan a data processing system that will provide the system capabilities necessary for projected workloads.
• Collaborates with data processing and project managers to determine limitations and capabilities of the existing system, and the capabilities required for future data processing projects and projected workload.
• Determines optimal hardware configurations by evaluating a variety of factors such as the number of departments serviced by data processing equipment, volume of transactions, and need for security and access restrictions.
• Determines, suggests, and plans layout for computers and peripheral equipment, including necessary changes to existing equipment and systems required to ensure efficient operation and effective use of allotted space.
• Determines power supply requirements and configurations.
• Assists users with software, hardware, connectivity, and related issues; provides training on new or modified equipment.
• Ensures system operates in line with specifications by monitoring equipment functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and address needs of users.
• Thorough understanding of computer system hardware principles and procedures.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• At least four years of related work experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.