[Remote] IT Consultant - Symphony ILS Migration

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Softthink Solutions is an independent US-based software services and consulting partner focused on long-term relationships. They are seeking an experienced IT consultant to support a federal government library with a Symphony Integrated Library System migration, providing guidance and troubleshooting throughout the process.ResponsibilitiesGuide Library staff through fresh installation of the Symphony application and Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) on a STIG-hardened Linux serverAdvise on version alignment between the new installation and the existing production environmentIdentify and advise on STIG-related security exceptions, permission adjustments, and configuration settings required for Symphony and MSSQL to function properlyConsult on Oracle legacy database export procedures and configuration backup executionProvide toolset and step-by-step guidance for ANSEL-to-Unicode character set conversionAssist Library staff with database restoration and import of converted Unicode data into the new MSSQL instanceSupport smoke testing and initial system validation on the new serverAdvise network engineers on DNS record updates to redirect library traffic to the new environmentGuide Enterprise discovery layer configuration for connectivity verificationSkillsHands-on experience with Symphony ILS (installation, configuration, migration)Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) — installation, database import/restoreExperience with Oracle database export and legacy data extractionFamiliarity with STIG-hardened Linux environments and working within security-constrained configurationsKnowledge of ANSEL-to-Unicode data conversion for bibliographic/library recordsExperience with DNS configuration and enterprise discovery layer connectivityStrong communication skills — ability to coach and guide staff remotely in real timeComfortable working via MS Teams or equivalent screen-sharing toolsBenefitsCutting-edge technology, training, and career guidance to expand and grow their skill sets and bring maximum value to our clientsOpportunities to work with leading multinational clients.A comprehensive portfolio of solutions that span leading-edge technologies from Enterprise Architecture to Business Intelligence to Quality AssuranceEstablished methodologies, processes, and mentoring to maximize efficacy and efficiency.A growing R&D division continually exploring and pioneering the latest technological developments in a variety of disciplines.Company OverviewSoftthink Solutions expertise in project management, app development, business analytics, cloud services, ERP and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.softthink.com.