IT SYSTEM ENGINEER
- Employer
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 2, 2022
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Salary:
Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Job Summary:
The Traffic Operations and Safety (TOPS) Laboratory, part of the UW-Madison, works closely with the Wisconsin DOT on improving safety and efficiency for Wisconsin travelers through the deployment of state-of-the-art traffic operations technology. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring IT system engineer to use their skills and grow their experience working with advanced traffic management software, complex networks, and connected traffic devices such as CCTV cameras, dynamic message, and roadway sensors. This position is a permanent assignment at the Traffic Management Center in Milwaukee - a 24/7 central communication center for the improvement of traffic safety and efficiency of the statewide freeway system.
Principal duties will include:
- Supporting ITS roadway and other connected devices, including new device integration
- Managing devices and polices in the WisDOT Advanced Traffic Management System along with troubleshooting any connectivity or data transmission issues
- Managing IT documentation and asset inventories
- Supporting CCTV traffic video feeds for partner agencies
- Coordinating with network and IT security teams
- Managing the computer network and supporting users in the TMC control room
- Supporting real-time and archived data flows between the TMC and the TOPS Lab
- Contributing to the overall research mission of the TOPS Lab
Responsibilities:
System Engineer I (IT037)
System Engineer II (IT038)
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
Associate's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Qualifications:
Required:
- One or more years of professional experience in systems and hardware support
- Experience supporting enterprise networks
- Knowledge of IT asset management and process documentation
- Knowledge of IoT and other connected devices
- Knowledge of network and device security
- Knowledge of Windows server and Active Directory
- Work independently
- Demonstrated good communication skills
Preferred applicants will have experience in one or more of the following additional areas:
- Supporting computer systems and users in a secure environment, such as a police dispatch center
- Supporting real-time data flows between systems and devices across a complex, distributed network
- Managing ticketing systems and working with third parties to resolve hardware and software issues
- Configuring intelligent transportation systems (ITS) devices and policies
- Managing video surveillance systems and software
- Maintaining traffic signal systems and software
- Knowledge of API data exchange formats JSON and XML
COVID-19 Considerations:
UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Additional Information:
The position will be managed by the TOPS Lab IT Systems Manager at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. However, as an onsite position at the TMC, the System Engineer will work under the regular direction of the Traffic Systems and Management Section of the WisDOT Bureau of Traffic Operations.
This position is located in downtown Milwaukee at the WisDOT Traffic Management Center. Some after hours and weekend support may be required, along with occasional travel to WisDOT offices and partner agencies throughout the Milwaukee area and statewide. Travel expenses will be paid for by the project.
A fingerprint screening and background check will be required as a condition for employment.
How to Apply:
Candidates must upload a resume and cover letter.
Contact:
Steve Rau
srau@wisc.edu
608-890-1064
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )
Official Title:
System Engineer I(IT037) or System Engineer II(IT038)
Department(s):
A191500-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/CIVIL & ENVIRON ENGR
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
257465-AS
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: May 2 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 22 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Job Summary:
The Traffic Operations and Safety (TOPS) Laboratory, part of the UW-Madison, works closely with the Wisconsin DOT on improving safety and efficiency for Wisconsin travelers through the deployment of state-of-the-art traffic operations technology. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring IT system engineer to use their skills and grow their experience working with advanced traffic management software, complex networks, and connected traffic devices such as CCTV cameras, dynamic message, and roadway sensors. This position is a permanent assignment at the Traffic Management Center in Milwaukee - a 24/7 central communication center for the improvement of traffic safety and efficiency of the statewide freeway system.
Principal duties will include:
- Supporting ITS roadway and other connected devices, including new device integration
- Managing devices and polices in the WisDOT Advanced Traffic Management System along with troubleshooting any connectivity or data transmission issues
- Managing IT documentation and asset inventories
- Supporting CCTV traffic video feeds for partner agencies
- Coordinating with network and IT security teams
- Managing the computer network and supporting users in the TMC control room
- Supporting real-time and archived data flows between the TMC and the TOPS Lab
- Contributing to the overall research mission of the TOPS Lab
Responsibilities:
System Engineer I (IT037)
System Engineer II (IT038)
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
Associate's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Qualifications:
Required:
- One or more years of professional experience in systems and hardware support
- Experience supporting enterprise networks
- Knowledge of IT asset management and process documentation
- Knowledge of IoT and other connected devices
- Knowledge of network and device security
- Knowledge of Windows server and Active Directory
- Work independently
- Demonstrated good communication skills
Preferred applicants will have experience in one or more of the following additional areas:
- Supporting computer systems and users in a secure environment, such as a police dispatch center
- Supporting real-time data flows between systems and devices across a complex, distributed network
- Managing ticketing systems and working with third parties to resolve hardware and software issues
- Configuring intelligent transportation systems (ITS) devices and policies
- Managing video surveillance systems and software
- Maintaining traffic signal systems and software
- Knowledge of API data exchange formats JSON and XML
COVID-19 Considerations:
UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Additional Information:
The position will be managed by the TOPS Lab IT Systems Manager at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. However, as an onsite position at the TMC, the System Engineer will work under the regular direction of the Traffic Systems and Management Section of the WisDOT Bureau of Traffic Operations.
This position is located in downtown Milwaukee at the WisDOT Traffic Management Center. Some after hours and weekend support may be required, along with occasional travel to WisDOT offices and partner agencies throughout the Milwaukee area and statewide. Travel expenses will be paid for by the project.
A fingerprint screening and background check will be required as a condition for employment.
How to Apply:
Candidates must upload a resume and cover letter.
Contact:
Steve Rau
srau@wisc.edu
608-890-1064
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )
Official Title:
System Engineer I(IT037) or System Engineer II(IT038)
Department(s):
A191500-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/CIVIL & ENVIRON ENGR
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
257465-AS
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: May 2 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 22 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
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