Senior IT Engineer

KPMG LLP provides audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of clients. KPMG's commitment to quality is demonstrated in our disciplined delivery approach and use of cross-functional teams. Advisory Services professionals strive to help clients improve business performance, comply with regulatory requirements, and achieve sustainable value over time. Our approach incorporates the balancing of risk and control considerations with the more traditional performance and cost factors. Advisory professionals are also able to provide clients with relevant industry and functional skills where they need them most. We are currently seeking a Senior Information Technology (IT) Engineer to join us in our Cypress office. KPMG ForensicSM uses computer forensic and data analysis techniques to help our clients detect fraudulent activity and other forms of misconduct. In addition, KPMG LLP, the U.S. member firm, operates the Cypress Technology Center (CTEC), which offers sophisticated technology tools and skilled professionals to help clients reduce litigation costs and risks in the areas of evidence and discovery management and the acquisition, management, and analysis of large data sets. Responsibilities: * Under limited supervision, administer various aspects of the data center * Troubleshoot issues with applications, systems, and networks * Assist end users with Technical Support problems * Manages 500 plus servers in a Active Directory environment, monitoring that each server has 100 percent uptime * Troubleshoot problems with networks, web services, mail services, and overall aspects of an ASP solution * Maintain a broad knowledge of Windows operating system and server class hardware * Monitor system logs and activity on servers and devices * Coordinate with development team to schedule releases of software updates * Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade MS SQL Server in a production environment * Monitor daily health and performance of production databases * Suggest changes to improve performance and reduce problems * Troubleshoots errors and technical support issues * Administer the back-up and recovery procedures * Be the first line of support for end users during non-business hours * Effectively communicate issues and resolutions to various levels of the organization Qualifications: * Four or more years experience in Systems Administration * Three of more years experience in Database Administration (SQL 2000/2005) * Knowledge of TCP/IP stacks and their functionality * Knowledge of basic hardware troubleshooting * Advanced knowledge and troubleshooting of Windows Server 2000/2003 * Advanced knowledge of Internet Information Services 5.x and 6.0 * Intermediate knowledge and troubleshooting of MS SQL Server 2000/2005 * Working knowledge of web application security, understanding of vulnerabilities, and countermeasures * Ability and desire to learn new skills quickly * Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customer and internal information * Ability to follow established policy and procedures * Excellent customer service * Available to work permanent night and weekend shift * Able to work overtime as needed KPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 16657 or click the job link below. KPMG. A great place to build your career. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace. © 2008 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. © 2005 KPMG LLP, the U.S. member firm of KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. JOB INFORMATION Job Title: Senior IT Engineer Company: KPMG Location: Cypress Job Category: IT/Software Development Reference Code: 16657