State of Montana

Application Hosting Administrator - Hybrid (66133) - (25141403)

Why live in Helena, Montana?

• Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide.
• It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure.
• Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush.
• Learn more about moving to and/or living in Helena, Montana here.

In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in-office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

Do you want to be part of an exciting new challenge to modernize state government, and have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting and innovative IT projects and initiatives in development within Montana state government? We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. This is a unique opportunity to become a forerunner of change to better serve Montanans across the state with digital technology. (You can learn more about SITSD here.)

What is this career opportunity

Join the State of Montana's Information Technology Services Division (SITSD) as an Application Hosting Administrator and play a pivotal role in advancing and modernizing state government technology services. In this dynamic position, you will support a diverse range of application technologies across test, development, and production environments, ensuring the reliability and performance of critical state systems.

As a successful candidate, you’ll be responsible for:

• Managing and supporting web servers, Java and .NET application servers, and a variety of commercial software systems within a multi-tiered computing environment.
• Providing technical support, implementation design, software installation, configuration, maintenance, and security services to SITSD customers.
• Monitoring, tuning, and balancing system performance to ensure optimal operation and user experience.
• Developing and maintaining scripts to automate administrative functions, streamlining processes and enhancing system efficiency.
• Participating in an on-call rotation, including occasional after-hours and weekend work, to maintain high system availability.

If you meet the qualifications for a Level 2 Systems Administrator, you will also be responsible for:

• Acting as a technical expert to resolve complex system issues.
• Mentoring team members.
• Administrating containerized applications using technologies.
• Overseeing source code versioning, continuous integration, and delivery pipeline development, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Contributing to system design, integration, and enhancement planning to optimize and future-proof state IT infrastructure.

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

Education and Experience:

Level 1:

• Associates degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field and
• 2 years’ experience as an IT professional
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Level 2:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field and
• 3 years’ experience as an IT professional
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: Kubernetes, IBM WebSphere, Oracle WebLogic, and server lifecycle management.

Competencies:

KSA’s required for the first day of work for Level 1

Knowledge of:

• Windows and/or Linux server operating systems
• Theory and practices of administering industry standard web and application servers (e.g. Apache, Tomcat, Wildfly, IIS)
• Source control software, specifically Git and Gitlab

Skill in:

• Developing computer scripts in Unix shell or Windows Powershell

Ability to:

• Identify and implement infrastructure solutions for load balancing, SSL, virtualization, and web application firewalls
• Learn quickly
• Effectively communicate with diverse levels of management and stakeholders
• Provide excellent customer service
• Communicate technical issues effectively to non-technical individuals
• Work independently with minimal supervision and/or as part of a team
• Adapt to shifting business requirement
• Implement new technologies

Additional KSA’s required for the first day of work for Level 2

Knowledge of:

• Theory and/or experience with administering containerized (e.g. Podman or Kubernetes) applications

Skill in:

• Continuous integration, continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline development, operation, and troubleshooting complex system issues;
• Deploying and managing applications in a cloud environment;
• Securing and hardening web application servers.

Ability to:

• Manage servers with a command line interface;
• Evaluate and optimize network or system performance;
• Perform network or system design, integration, and enhancement planning.

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your hard work?

• Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

o Work/life Balance

o Health Coverage

o Retirement plans

o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o And more…

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable

Salary: $

70,000.00 - 90,000.00 Yearly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Administration Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Jun 25, 2025, 2:48:06 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Jul 17, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Shannon Voss | Contact Email: Shannon.Voss2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 4064445583 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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