Technology Operations Center Engineer - Day Shift
Company: Computer World Services Corporation
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: June 25, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Computer World Services Corp (CWS) is seeking an
exceptional candidate to serve as a TOC Engineer for the National
Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for Information Technology (CIT)
Operations Management Services (OMS) project. CIT requires support
for information technology (IT) service monitoring and continuous
improvement of centralization and consolidation efforts to improve
the quality of monitoring IT services, and to increase event
management efficiencies in creating meaningful alerts leading to
identification and resolution of incidents and root causes of
problems in an expedited manner. The 24x7x365 IT operations teams
are consolidated to create the centralized Operations Management
Services (OMS) Monitoring Team Technology Operations Center (TOC)
for all CIT services. Currently, the OMS Monitoring Team operates
and maintains CIT monitoring tools including SL1, SCOM, and
SiteScope, and utilizes xMatters/Everbridge to automatically send
out notifications. The overall task includes monitoring
approximately 12,000 individual devices that serve approximately
59,000 local area network (LAN) ports. The TOC Engineer is a key
member of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Center for
Information Technology (CIT) team, responsible for supporting the
operation and maintenance of critical IT systems within the TOC
environment. This role involves actively monitoring IT
infrastructure, responding to incidents, troubleshooting technical
issues, and collaborating with team members to ensure the
continuous availability and reliability of CIT IT services. Key
Tasks and Responsibilities Operations Monitoring: Monitor the
performance and availability of CIT IT infrastructure and services
using monitoring tools and systems, promptly responding to alerts
and escalations as needed. Incident Response: Respond to incidents
and service disruptions, following established incident management
procedures to identify, prioritize, and resolve issues in a timely
manner. Troubleshooting: Investigate and troubleshoot technical
issues related to network operations, applications, hardware, and
operating systems, applying troubleshooting methodologies to
resolve problems efficiently. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain
accurate records of incidents, activities, and procedures,
documenting incident details, actions taken, and resolutions in
accordance with documentation standards. Collaboration: Collaborate
with team members, technical experts, and stakeholders to address
technical challenges, share knowledge, and implement solutions to
improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. Change Management
Support: Assist in the evaluation, testing, and implementation of
changes to the IT environment, following change management
processes and procedures to minimize risk and ensure stability.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process
improvement, tool enhancement, and automation within the TOC
environment, contributing ideas and suggestions to improve
operational workflows and practices. Training and Development:
Participate in training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities
to enhance technical skills and knowledge, staying current with
industry trends and best practices in IT operations. Adherence to
SLAs: Ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and
operational targets, prioritizing tasks and incidents to meet or
exceed customer expectations and service level commitments.
Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to internal
and external stakeholders, communicating effectively and
professionally to address inquiries, concerns, and requests related
to IT services. Education & General Experience • Bachelor's degree
in computer science, information technology, or related field
preferred. • 4 years of experience in a technical role supporting
IT operations, preferably in a 24x7x365 environment. • Experience
with incident management processes and procedures, including
incident identification, prioritization, and resolution. • Strong
technical skills in network operations, applications, hardware, and
operating systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve
technical issues effectively. • Familiarity with monitoring tools
and systems used for performance monitoring and alerting. •
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability
to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. • Strong
problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a keen attention to
detail. • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a
fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Flexibility to work rotating
shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
Certifications • ITIL 4 Certification (Preferred) Security
Clearance • Public Trust Moderate (Tier 2) Other (Travel, Work
Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.) •
This is a day shift position with hours ranging from 6:00AM -
2:30PM. • This position requires availability to work in rotating
shifts, including weekends and holidays, to ensure continuous
coverage in the 24x7x365 IT Operations environment. • May require
sitting/standing for extended periods and performing tasks
involving bending, stooping, and reaching. • May require lifting
and carrying heavy equipment. • Potential continental US travel to
other customer locations, if required. Salary Range: $65,000.00 -
$80,000.00 The offered rate will be based on the selected
candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in
consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate
for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core
requirements of the position. Computer World Services is an
affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer.
Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status,
genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local,
state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Computer World
Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified
individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services
will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided
reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to
participate in the job application or interview process, to perform
essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and
privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at
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