IT Positions available in Philadelphia

My job is looking for a few good nerds...

I can tell you that this is a large Philadelphia Regional Defense Litigation law firm specializing in insurance companies. Unlike most law firm (and I have worked in seven) the lawyers are nice, the environment was progressive, and IT gets a lot of support. We have been in business for 40 years and never had a down-turn. We've only grown - 5 years ago we had 650 employees now we have nearly 1000. They pay fairly well and offer lots of cool perks - like leaving 1.5 hours early on Friday in the summer. Send your resume to me (eruditus dot don @ gmail).

Database Analyst I

Summary – Full time, non-exempt.
Provides technical expertise in the design, implementation, and maintenance of database[s] that support company business applications.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Reviews, evaluates, designs, implements and maintains company database[s].
Identifies data sources, constructs data decomposition diagrams, provides data flow diagrams and documents the process.
Writes code for database access, modifications, and constructions including stored procedures.
Specifies user access and permissions.
Tests and corrects errors, and refines changes to database
Performs database tuning to increase processing performance, and closely monitors usage and storage space and influence of such on database performance.
Runs queries and reports
Provides level of effort estimates to manager for all project efforts
Researches and investigates problems and develops viable solutions; reports findings & recommendations clearly and effectively

Required Knowledge:
• Thorough knowledge of SQL and SQL Server
• Proficiency with HTML, scripting languages and fundamental knowledge of compiled languages such as .NET, Java, C++ a plus, Visual Studios
• Understanding of current web tools and languages
• Demonstrated project management experience involving concurrent projects on tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate project risks/concerns to management and set expectations

Education/Experience:
• BS or equivalent in computer science or a related discipline
• Two to five years full-time work experience required

Network Engineer

Full time permanent exempt
Reports to the Manager of Network Services

Summary:
Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty for an enterprise-wide network including participation in planning, design, installation, and maintenance. A person in this position is a technical contributor with good knowledge and experience in the area of local and wide area networking, communications, and related hardware/software.

Necessary Requirements:
• Knowledge of at least 5 years of in-depth experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and 2 years experience with Micosoft SQL 2000/2005 in technical infrastructure and operational support
• Experience with Active Directory, login scripts, and Group Policy Management
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP networking technologies
• HP Server and Cisco switch/router knowledge
• Analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills
• Ability to resolve advance server and client side software and hardware related issues
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently with general guidelines


Helpful Requirements:
• Experience with Microsoft SMS 2003 for application deployment, patch management and reporting
• Experience with Microsoft Virtual Server, Microsft Clustering and Exchange 2003
• Experience with Interwoven Worksite

Job Duties:
• Perform proactive monitoring, optimization, and maintenance of Microsoft servers.
• Provide support to field engineer as a point of escalation
• Perform research as required to resolve network/system issues
• Follow appropriate escalation procedures
• Coordinate with Telco carrier for circuit installation and maintenance
• Participation in planning, design, and installation of new firmware hardware/software deployments
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Other duties as assigned

Litigation Support Specialist

Full time permanent non-exempt. Supervised by the Senior Application Specialist and reports to the Manager of IT.
Summary – Responsible for the administration, installation, maintenance, security, enhancement, and upgrade of Litigation and other applications

Responsibilities:
Research new software and upgrades/patches and make recommendations
Work closely with the firm's Litigation department to assist with application setup, administration and maintenance
Assist with special projects such as presentations and setup for trial or court room appearances
Aide in installation, testing and distribution of new applications
Create instructions and documentation
Track licensing information for standalone applications
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Knowledge:
2 years of Litigation experience at a law firm; Paralegal experience is a plus
Strong proficiency in Litigation applications such as Summation, TimeMap and Trial Director
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Windows XP and Outlook 2003
Strong verbal and communications skills
Ability to work independently
Demonstrate project management involving concurrent projects on tight deadlines
Ability to communicate project risks/concerns to management/supervisor and set expectations

Education Requirement:
Associate Degree or certification in legal or computer related