Job Summary
Sierra-Cedar is seeking bright and motivated PeopleSoft Administrators. Sierra-Cedar is a leading Oracle Systems Integrator in the marketplace with world class consulting services, managed services and technical services deployed across various commercial, higher education and public sector industries. We have an opening in our Managed Services Division (CMS) for a PeopleSoft Administrator. This is a 100% telecommuting position and allows one to work from home full time. This position will not only perform PS Administration duties, but will also assist the Oracle Database Administrator and other CMS Operations teams with a variety of tasks while maintaining and troubleshooting our hosted PeopleSoft and associated 3rd party systems. This is a full time, permanent, telecommuting position.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Build, configure, administer and troubleshoot PeopleSoft application systems in a high availability, fast paced, multi-instance hosting environment
Perform complete installs of PeopleSoft 8.x and 9.x at all tiers
Provide expert troubleshooting for isolating technical problems in the PeopleSoft Internet Architecture (PIA) including Oracle databases, tuxedo application servers on Unix, process schedulers on both Unix and NT and WebLogic configuration
Analyze issues with SQRs, PeopleCode, Application Engine, process schedulers, application servers, application messaging/integration broker and web servers
Debug and optimize SQL statements within PS Query, COBOL and Application Engine programs
Have in-depth knowledge of PeopleSoft Internet Architecture including security components
Ability to work simultaneously across multiple clients with multiple versions of PeopleSoft applications and PeopleTools version from 7.5 through the most current release
Work with Infrastructure team members (Network, NT and Unix Administrators) to build and deliver services in a stable, highly available and secure multi-instance hosting environment
Assist with capacity planning, disaster recovery and load balancing activities
Complete understanding of PeopleSoft Internet Architecture (PIA) - specifically in an Oracle Linux and WebLogic hosting environment
Passing score on Sierra-Cedar's online exam
OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS
Administration or configuration of PeopleSoft 3rd party applications including but not limited to:
Taxware
Change management tools (Stat, Phire, CAPI)
External Payment Gateways (Cybersource, TouchNet, NelNet, etc)
UPK
Control M
Appworx
LDAP / LDAPS
UC4 or other external batch scheduling software
Single Signon utilizing OAM, Shibboleth, or other SSO options
Administration or configuration of Oracle applications including but not limited to:
OEM
IDM/OAM
OBIEE
SOA Suite
Conceptual understanding of Oracle Database technologies:
Clusterware
Automated Storage Management
Real Application Clusters
Flash Recovery Area
DataGuard
Flashback
Recovery Manager
Assist Oracle DBA with back-ups, refreshes, performance tuning, and applying patches as needed
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Communicates clearly and effectively with customers, team members and Sierra-Cedar management
Maintains a positive and effective relationship with customers, team members and management
Provide input in the development of tools and processes to help automate and increase team productivity
Builds confidence and trust with customers
Displays effective analytical skills
Effectively manages scope and customer expectations on individual assignments
Follows through on all assignments and takes ownership of customer issues
Seeks innovative ways to improve the process of delivering solutions to customers
OTHER
Work with multiple clients concurrently
Work on all phases of a project - development, testing, production support, etc.
Rapidly resolve issues in order to adhere to Service Level Agreements
Provide quality formal and informal documentation consistent with SCI Managed Services standards
Effective time management skills and ability to concentrate on tasks at hand
Active engagement with team members while working client issues
No relocation required, 100% telecommuting position
For non-Atlanta based applicants, a DSL or Cable modem is required for high speed access
TRAVEL
Limited, based on client / CMS need (less than 15%)
ABOUT SIERRA-CEDAR
Sierra-Cedar delivers industry-focused client success by providing consulting, technical, and managed services for the deployment, management, and optimization of next-generation applications and technology. We offer a competitive benefits package including 401(k), Health, Disability, and Life. Sierra-Cedar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
