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Train for one of the following IT positions at Syracuse University

Networking Positions: For individuals who have an enthusiasm for technology and want hands-on technical positions

Network Administrator / Engineer Position
Certifications: Microsoft MCSA, MCSE and CompTIA Network +
In this key role, duties may include:

  • Providing high level technical support to internal and external customers
  • Purchasing, installing, and upgrading equipment/software
  • Desktop support
  • Management, ownership and monitoring of all servers and space utilization
  • Development and maintenance of all technical procedures and processes
  • Input into cost reduction opportunities through technical solutions and strategies
  • Co-ordinate and manage all infrastructure changes and projects
  • Supervises all activities associated with network activities
  • Troubleshooting and problem management

Cisco Networking Positions
Certifications: Cisco CCNA/CCDA and CCNP
Duties may include:

  • On-site network support services
  • Planning, implementing and providing advice on infrastructure configurations and migrations
  • Evaluating complex network requirements and resolving LAN- and WAN- and Internet-related connectivity issues; suggesting improvements to client network infrastructures
  • Plan and configure security models for network access and other network resources
  • Developing technical reports and documentation

UNIX Sun Solaris Administrator
Certifications: Sun Solaris
Duties may include:

  • Overseeing, repairing, maintaining and diagnosing Sun systems
  • Working with other groups and business units to architect, recommend, purchase, and build new system solutions needed for various types of application architectures

Wireless Network Professional
Certifications: CWNP
Duties may include:

  • Planning, process development and deployment in a wireless enterprise environment.
  • Troubleshooting and managing a wireless network infrastructure
    Experience in routing protocols
  • Project management experience or experience with Microsoft Project a plus.
    Wireless Data/System Security knowledge, Network Operation and Configuration Management, Network
  • Support Systems and Tools, Telecommunications/WAN Technology Knowledge a plus.

LINUX System Administrator
Certification: Linux +
Duties may include:

  • Being able to install and configure necessary Linux features on new systems installations
  • Troubleshooting
  • Must also be proficient in Hardware issues, and have solid PC/LAN skills
  • Performing back-up and recovery on mid-sized to large Linux OS.
  • Providing upgrades/patches to Linux environment.

Technical Support Type Position: For individuals who enjoy customer service and have an enthusiasm for computer technology
Help Desk Analyst
Certification: Microsoft MOS, Help Desk Institute- Help Desk Analyst (HDA)
Duties may include:

  • Being responsible for independently performing upgrades to hardware and software technologies
  • Being able to analyze diagnose and resolve complex desktop and software problems
  • Independently guiding end users through troubleshooting procedures over the phone

Programming Positions: For individuals desiring a career in programming
Sun Certified JAVA Programmer-Internet Application Developer
Certifications: SUN JAVA 2 Programmer
Duties may include:

  • Application design/analysis, developing project plans, coding, testing, documenting all code
  • Maintaining and upgrading existing applications.
  • Interfacing with the customer to assist in the implementation of work requests
  • Developing web enabled applications across multiple platforms

Microsoft.NET Microsoft Certified Application Developer-Programmer
Certification: Microsoft Certified Application Developer MCAD
Duties may include:

  • Being responsible for programming and development of a company’s applications used by both internal staff and customers.
  • Being comfortable working with state-of-the-art technologies and adapt well to changes in the technology
  • Coding within their respective knowledge areas with an understanding of best practices and structured methodologies.
  • Understanding and working within in all phases of the application development life cycle (analysis, design, coding and testing)
  • Developing excellent, organized documentation on the applications they code.

Oracle Forms Developer-Programmer
Certifications: Oracle Certified Associate, Oracle Certified Professional
Duties may include:

Communicating with end users, defining requirements, managing tasks and developer resources

  • Developing applications in Oracle
  • Writing queries to existing databases
  • Developing, testing and implementing reports
  • Migrations between development, QA and Production, problem reporting and resolution

Database Administration Positions: For individuals who enjoy problem solving and working with data
Oracle Database Administrator
Certifications: Oracle Certified Database Associate and Professional
Duties may include:

  • Providing support for mission critical systems.
  • Provide lead in maintenance and support for all company databases, including Oracle
  • Assume technical lead in projects relating to new database products.
  • Work with development teams around the globe to improve database design and performance.
  • Manage relationship with Oracle and other vendors.
  • Implement and maintain database tools that will be required for an optimal operations environment.
  • Maintain database-based applications in tandem with the Systems Engineers.

Web Positions –For those creative individuals with a background in marketing, business, or advertising Web Site Design and Development
Certifications: CompTIA I Net+, Certified Internet Webmaster/Master Designer
Duties may include:

  • Updating client web site content
  • Designing new pages and site navigation, cross-platform/browser testing and publishing pages.
  • Being able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight completion deadlines
  • Being able to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Being self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

Entry Level Technical Position:
Microcomputer Repair Technician
Certifications: CompTIA A+
Duties may include:

  • Providing technical support for internal and external customers in the areas of software installation, PC repair, troubleshooting and networking.

IT Security Position: For networking professionals who want to add one of the most in demand certifications to their skill sets
Network Security Professional
Certifications: CompTIA Security + and Security Certified Professional
Duties may include:

  • Designing, implementing and administering the company’s network and computing security policies, procedures and technologies to ensure the safety, privacy, and integrity of the network and computing resources and data.
  • Managing IT security vulnerability prevention and defense, perform information security audits and investigations and communicate security issues to the company.
  • Designing, planning, developing and deploying a secure ISP services product.

IT Project Management Position: For IT Managers who want to add one of the most in demand certifications to their management skill sets IT Project Manager
Certification: CompTIA Project +
Duties may include:

  • Responsible for the planning, analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of each phase of a project.
  • Managing one or more project team's responsible for delivery of each phase.
    Analyzing and evaluating proposed change requests, problem reports and analysis/design deliverables to identify impacts to existing project plans.
  • Leading a variety of work groups, as needed, to design, plan and implement changes to the project
  • Monitoring staff activity, assignments, and ensuring quality work products and deliverables are developed on time and on budget

HIPAA Position: For individuals responsible for implementing HIPAA compliance standards
HIPAA Administrator, Professional or Security Specialist
Certifications: HIPAA Administrator, Professional and Security Specialist
Duties may include:

  • Creating a framework for initiating and implementing HIPAA compliance standards with regard to handling patient records and patient privacy/security