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Technical Operations Analyst II

Mauser, Atlanta, GA, United States


The Analyst II, Technical Operations is a senior-level role responsible for managing, optimizing, and supporting the performance, reliability, and scalability of the organization’s endpoint infrastructure and related operations. This position requires advanced technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of IT operations best practices, incident management, and system performance optimization.

The Analyst II collaborates closely with cross‑functional teams, manages complex technical initiatives, mentors junior staff, and drives continuous improvement efforts to ensure stable, secure, and efficient endpoint operations aligned with business objectives.

Experienced in managing enterprise endpoints and applications, with responsibility for technical resources, staff oversight, product delivery, and system implementations. Demonstrates a strong understanding of enterprise networking, infrastructure, and security environments.

Core Technologies – Hardware

HP, Dell, and IBM laptops and desktops

Docking stations

Zebra handheld scanning devices

Zebra label printers

General knowledge of:

Firewalls

Servers and virtual environments

Wireless standards and technologies

Software & Systems

Microsoft Azure Administration

Microsoft Windows OS (Desktop & Server – all versions)

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP and QAD applications

ServiceNow (incident, change, and reporting)

SCCM and endpoint imaging/deployment tools

Common PC applications and web browsers (IE, Chrome, etc.)

DNS and DHCP

Remote connectivity tools (e.g., TeamViewer)

Additional enterprise network technologies

Endpoint & Infrastructure Operations

Monitor and manage the health and performance of endpoint environments, including desktops, laptops, terminals, IoT devices, and applications using tools such as SCCM and CompuTrace

Continuously monitor system performance to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for optimization

Incident & Problem Management

Respond to and resolve system outages, performance degradation, and technical issues with minimal business impact

Conduct thorough root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues

Automation & Configuration

Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python to reduce manual effort and improve consistency

Manage configuration consistency through automated configuration management tools (e.g., SCCM)

Deployment & Change Management

Support and manage hardware and software deployments across the enterprise

Ensure all configurations and system changes are tracked and documented according to established change management processes (ServiceNow)

Environment & Platform Management

Configure and maintain development, staging, and production environments to meet technical, security, and performance standards

Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies for endpoint devices to ensure data integrity and availability

Audit, Reporting & Compliance

Perform regular audits of system access, configurations, and performance metricsGenerate detailed reports to support operational visibility, compliance requirements, and stakeholder decision-making

Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with development, infrastructure, security, and product teams to align system requirements and performance expectations

Mentor and train junior technical staff, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Create and maintain technical documentation, including system configuration manuals, troubleshooting guides, and operational procedures

Evaluate operational workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline IT operations

Requirements

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders

Project Management: Familiarity with IT service and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, ITIL) and tools such as ServiceNow

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field or equivalent professional experience

3+ years of experience in IT operations, system administration, or technical support with a focus on endpoint infrastructure, networking, or systems engineeringProven experience managing complex systems and resolving high-impact, high-priority technical issues

Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure

Experience with software distribution and configuration tools (e.g., SCCM)

Demonstrated ability to optimize endpoint performance and manage endpoint services at scale

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