The Role
Responsible for managing HMSA's desktop infrastructure, including installations, troubleshooting, user training, and supporting remote locations across Hawaii. Collaborates with teams for system integration and project planning.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities
- Responsible for operating and providing support to HMSA's desktop and end-user infrastructure. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Implements, Maintains and upgrades HMSA's endpoint and client software.
- Installs, configures and troubleshoots computers and related peripherals, software and network connectivity.
- Defines procedures for user access to endpoints and client software.
- Implements, maintains and Operates end-point and network monitoring tools.
- Optimizes end-user computing infrastructure.
- Installs systems patches in support of vulnerability management practices and product maintenance. Maintains the physical security of end-point infrastructure.
- Develops backup and recovery procedures for end-point devices.
- Evaluates and recommends new hardware and software for the end-user computing environment.
- Assists in the setup and conduct of audio / video conferencing activities.
- Provides technical expertise across business functions, understanding the relationship between the business and the Information Systems Department.
- Consults with other Information Systems Department teams regarding infrastructure requirements and provides recommendations for both the design and implementation of systems integration efforts.
- Supports project planning and requirements gathering efforts. Recommends and creates action plans for systems development and / or integration.
- Plans and implements upgrades and ensure that change management procedures are implemented and followed. Plans and schedules infrastructure repairs and installations. Coordinates and plans activities with vendors.
- Ensures that asset and disposal procedures are adhered to. Designs and implements infrastructure replacement plans. Maintains inventories as appropriate. Monitors Key Performance Indicators and maintains service levels to ensure that requirements are met or exceeded.
- Escalates problems as required. Informs management as appropriate. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems. Works with multiple vendors to coordinate the resolution of issues. Reviews logs and maintains Information Technology Service Management tools to document changes and identify recurring problems.
- Identifies the training needs of users. Shares knowledge with users and other Information Systems Department staff. Updates users on the status of incidents and problems. Ensures that follow-up procedures are adhered to. Tracks customer satisfaction. Participates in long-term infrastructure strategy and planning. Participates in rotating on-call support schedules. Provides after-hours support to business operations, as needed. Supports remote locations across the Hawaiian Islands, to include overnight travel, as needed. Required to be on-call for critical incidents as they arise.
- Employee must participate in continuing education and training as needed or assigned. This is to ensure an accurate and updated knowledge base.
- Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned or directed.
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Preferred Qualifications- Associate's degree or technical institute degree/certificate or equivalent work experience.
- Three years of relevant information technology work experience.
- Substitutions such as a higher-level degree, specialized training, or certification and less work experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated proficiency or expertise in multiple technologies such as:
- Desktop / laptop hardware and peripherals, Microsoft Windows client operating system, Apple iOS, Android, endpoint antivirus/firewall solutions, configuration management, vulnerability management, end-point monitoring tools, wireless technologies, Microsoft Office, Application Lifecycle Management, VMware VDI.
- Effective communication skills, to include the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or technical institute degree/certificate or equivalent work experience
- Three years of relevant information technology work experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in desktop/laptop hardware and peripherals, Microsoft Windows, and endpoint monitoring tools
- Effective communication skills for articulating technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
HMSA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about HMSA and has not been reviewed or approved by HMSA.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage are described as solid, with preventive services and select zero‑cost features adding value in recent plan years. Employer-sponsored plans can have affordable premiums in certain groups and broad access options.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and potential discretionary contributions forms a strong component of total rewards. Retirement support complements the core medical and dental package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and PTO that increases with tenure provide meaningful time‑off flexibility. Time‑away benefits scale with service length.
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The Company
What We Do
The Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA), an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is a reliable name in Hawaii health care. Established in 1938, we are the largest and most experienced provider of health care coverage in the state. Over half of Hawaii’s population have chosen HMSA for their health care coverage. We are dedicated to providing quality, affordable health plans; employee benefit services; and worksite wellness programs. HMSA also offers a variety of programs, services and support to help improve the health and well-being of our members and community.
