Senior Technical Advisor for Server OS and Cloud Compute (Information Systems Analyst III, Opt. S)

Job Requisition ID: 49251 
Posting Date: 08/22/2025

Closing Date: 09/05/2025
​Agency:  Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title:  INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST III - 21167 
Skill Option:  System Services - Information Technology 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary: $8,821 monthly; Full range: $8,821-$13,114 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
Merit Comp Code: None

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Proof of educational coursework is required. Acceptable proof of coursework includes unofficial transcripts, copies of official transcripts, account records (including screenshots) of academic coursework, and any similar documents created by an academic institution.

Why Work for Illinois?

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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Senior Technical Advisor for Server OS and Cloud Compute for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) providing expert technical assistance, advice and guidance regarding the highly complex program aspects of all Midrange Wintel systems including cloud services (e.g. Azure, AWS, Google), and in the functionality of, and interaction, between all Midrange Wintel systems. In this role, you will conduct and coordinate in-depth enterprise-wide management studies involving extensive technical research and systems analysis. Additionally, you will provide highly complex technical assistance to clients and technicians. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:

Essential Functions

• Under administrative direction, serves as the Senior Technical Advisor for Server OS and Cloud Compute for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) providing expert technical assistance, advice, and guidance to the unit manager regarding the highly complex program aspects of all Midrange Wintel systems, including cloud services (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google), and in the functionality of and interaction between all Midrange Wintel systems.
• Performs highly complex research, installations, systems generations, configurations, testing and implementation of software and operating systems and coordinates and conducts in-depth enterprise-wide management studies involving extensive technical research and systems analysis of agency Information Technology functions that are of major scope and impact.
• Provides highly complex technical assistance to clients and technicians pertaining to software and operating systems including Microsoft Windows servers, Active Directory (AD), Group Policies, SharePoint, Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), desktop packages, installation of software packages, Citrix, Internet Information Server (IIS), SQL Server, VMware.
• Serves as a technical project lead and coordinator for multiple major and highly complex projects within the unit and identifies and discusses projects with the unit manager writing IT studies/analysis, proposals, plans and requirements, studies and offers resolutions to problem areas.
• Utilizes expert knowledge of TCP/IP to administer network communication concepts and principles, including server/client network configurations, routers, routing protocols, switches, firewalls, VPN, and Internet in performing problem diagnostics of highly complex operating systems and server connectivity issues and recommending and implementing corrective action.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
• Requires five (5) years of professional experience with System Services or a related Information Technology field.

Specialized Skills

• Requires five (5) years of professional experience administering and supporting enterprise-level Microsoft Windows Server environments, including integration with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Requires five (5) years of professional experience designing, deploying, and maintaining automated software installation and configuration processes for Windows Servers and Windows desktops, including use of tools such as SCCM and Group Policy.
• Requires five (5) years of professional experience developing, reviewing, and evaluating complex technical bid proposals, RFPs, and procurement requirements for large-scale IT infrastructure projects.
• Requires five (5) years of professional experience leading or coordinating enterprise-wide IT infrastructure projects, including experience developing project plans, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely delivery of results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of professional experience administering and supporting enterprise-level Microsoft Windows Server environments, including integration with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Five (5) years of professional experience designing, deploying, and maintaining automated software installation and configuration processes for on Windows Servers and Windows desktops, including use of tools such as SCCM and Group Policy.
• Five (5) years of professional experience developing, reviewing, and evaluating complex technical bid proposals, RFPs, and procurement requirements for large-scale IT infrastructure projects.
• Five (5) years of professional experience leading or coordinating enterprise-wide IT infrastructure projects, including experience developing project plans, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely delivery of results.
• Five (5) years of professional experience serving as a Technical Advisor or subject matter expert, providing guidance on infrastructure architecture, system integration, and a platform optimization for large-scale or enterprise-wide IT systems.
• Five (5) years of professional experience conducting in-depth technical research and system analysis to evaluate emerging technologies and their impact on existing IT environments, with a focus on performance, availability, and scalability
• Five (5) years of professional experience implementing and optimizing enterprise server and application environments using virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware), Active Directory, IIS, Citrix, SQL Server, and related technologies.
• Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP networking and communication protocols, including experience with network design and troubleshooting involving routers, switches, firewalls, VPN, and server/client configurations.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams, assign and review work, and mentor or train staff to ensure consistent performance and project outcomes.
• Developed interpersonal and communication skills to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences, while fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts, and building effective working relationships.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency specific equipment, such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone etc.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

About the Agency

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

  Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday
Work Location: 201 W Adams St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704-1874
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Bridges
Email: [email protected]
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

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