Description

Summary:

Analyze, document and implement new, or modify existing, local computing infrastructure to meet ongoing research center needs. Specialist will provide in-depth technical and/or business knowledge to handle complex issues and ensure local computing infrastructure and implementation meets business requirements, follows industry standards and maintains data security. This role will apply knowledge of desktop and general computing infrastructure to meet research center and information management needs for a robust and fault tolerant infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with existing Specialist group to provide in-depth technical and/or business knowledge to resolve desktop and computing infrastructure needs and implementation issues.
• Perform technical analysis, define and assign tasks, develop schedules and milestones.
• Consult with support staff and research center leaders and implement solutions at research centers worldwide.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Or equivalent levels of relevant education and five or more years of progressive industry experience.

Competencies:

• Advanced understanding of desktop computing and implementation.
• Familiarity with Active Directory and Windows Server platforms.
• Knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies with capacity to diagnose problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication, planning and decision-making skills.
• Possess analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work with people at all levels, including outside consultants and vendors.
• Able to build and maintain relationships and facilitate collaboration and communication.
• Thorough understanding of desktop imaging and desktop deployment strategies.
• Interest in learning new technologies and operating systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Experience in research, life sciences, or in data science is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work as part of a global team and, at times, independently while appropriately prioritizing tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
• Learn more about our total rewards package here – Corteva Benefits
• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.