File Transfer System Administrator

The Federal Reserve

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust

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Work type
On-site
Location
Richmond, VAChicago, ILKansas City, MONew York, NYAtlanta, GABoston, MAPhiladelphia, PACleveland, OHSt. Louis, MOMinneapolis, MNDallas, TXSan Francisco, CA
Salary
$104,300–$123,400 / yr
Posted
29 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $137k
This role $114k
$97k most similar roles pay here $170k

This role pays less than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $111,637–$163,337 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $114k versus about $137k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About The Federal Reserve

The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States—one of the world's most influential, trusted and prestigious financial organizations.

The Federal Reserve currently has 23 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $133,350–$174,450 across 16 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · File Transfer System Administrator

The File Transfer System Administrator joins the Infrastructure, Platforms & Operations team to manage and maintain enterprise file transfer infrastructure. This role involves administering multiple secure platforms including IBM Sterling Connect:Direct, Secure File Gateway, and Sterling Secure Proxy, while also supporting Axway Secure Transfer systems. The daily responsibilities include performing system configurations, upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting failures to ensure high availability and disaster recovery. You will develop shell scripts for automation, utilize Ansible for configuration management, and manage security controls like certificates and authentication mechanisms. Required technical skills include advanced Linux/Unix administration, experience with protocols such as FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTP/HTTPS, AS2, and PeSIT, and proficiency in networking concepts like TCP/IP and DNS. The role focuses on ensuring secure, reliable data exchange between the organization and external partners within a complex financial infrastructure environment.

What you'll do

  • Administer and maintain IBM Sterling Connect:Direct, Secure File Gateway, and Secure Proxy environments.
  • Manage and support Axway Secure Transfer infrastructure to ensure reliable data exchange.
  • Perform system configurations, upgrades, patches, and maintenance for file transfer platforms.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve file transfer failures and production incidents within defined SLAs.
  • Develop shell scripts and use Ansible for automation of routine tasks and configuration management.
  • Implement security controls, manage certificates/keys, and conduct regular vulnerability assessments.
  • Create technical documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures for system operations.
  • Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues to implement proactive preventive measures.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 5+ years of experience administering IBM Sterling Connect:Direct.
  • Must have 3+ years of experience with IBM Sterling Secure File Gateway (SFG).
  • Proficiency in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP) and Axway Secure Transfer is required.
  • Advanced proficiency in Linux/Unix administration and strong shell scripting skills are required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
  • Working knowledge of Ansible for configuration management and Git for version control (preferred).
  • Experience with Sterling File Gateway B2B integrations, containerization, cloud platforms, or specific certifications (preferred).

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