Job Description

Job Description and Duties

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Acts as a lead network engineer in configuring, implementing, and supporting DPR’s information technology network and firewall infrastructure across Enterprise and Cloud platforms.

Manages and supports the integrity, security, availability, and performance of DPR LAN, WAN, Wireless, VPN, and virtual/cloud networks. Ensures the appropriate configuration, patching, and security of DPR’s network equipment and applications. Installs, configures, and administers network devices including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco switches and access points, and data backup and recovery systems.

Monitors network performance, reviews logs, and responds to system alerts. Participates in IT projects and initiatives at the department, agency, or statewide level as a technical lead, team member, or departmental representative in networking related efforts.

Demonstrates specialization in network infrastructure system administration/operation and ability to apply high availability architectural concepts relative to networking components. Develops configuration guides and support documents for enterprise services. Reviews solution architecture and makes recommendations regarding technical and operational feasibility.

Represents DPR on the shared services support team to administer, manage, troubleshoot, and monitor the shared technology infrastructure and networks. Participates in network maintenance activities and communicates the system impact to the Information Technology Branch.

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Working Conditions

Performance of these duties requires the use of computers, infrastructure hardware, networks, databases, electronic mail (both internal and external), voicemail, and the Internet.

May occasionally work evening or weekend hours in response to system outages/recovery, maintenance, or upgrade activities.

Occasional statewide travel on short notice may be required to support regional office locations. Travel may require overnight stays, driving, and flying.

Performance of the duties indicated for this position occasionally require the ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50lbs.

NOTE: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Special Requirements

• This position is designated Conflict of Interest and requires disclosure of economic interests.
• If education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must include a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts in order to verify you meet the minimum qualifications. If you use unofficial transcripts to verify you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide official transcripts prior to your start date, if selected for the position.
• Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience in enterprise network services operations
• Experience in next generation firewalls such as Palo Alto
• Experience in Layer 2/3 switching and Wi-Fi using Cisco products
• Experience in managing and administrating Azure Cloud Network Services
• Experience in automating administrative tasks through scripting and other enterprise tools
• Experience with network virtualization technologies
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture concepts, principles, and application
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools, intrusion detection and prevention systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), and zero trust technology
• Knowledge of backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness processes and concepts
• Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Critical Job Competencies

Communication : Facilitates open exchange of ideas and opinions; actively listens; effectively uses email to communicate with customers and co-workers; makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; informs, persuades, builds consensus; selects and uses appropriate communication approach.

Self-Motivation : Demonstrates a bias toward optimism and maintains sense of humor; views mistakes as opportunities for growth/positive learning experiences.

Flexibility/Adaptability : Readily integrates changes midstream into work processes and outputs; demonstrates openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology; shifts gears comfortably.

Teamwork : Facilitates and maintains cooperative working relationships; works toward accomplishment of group goals; values and encourages the input and expertise of others; fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust.

Technical Credibility : Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, policies, and technology; possesses up-to-date knowledge in the profession, and accesses other expert resources when appropriate.

Customer Service Orientation : Maintains cordial, effective professional working relationships with all those contacted during the course of work; readily adjusts priorities in response to changing client needs; balances the interests of a variety of clients; puts in place systems and processes to ensure clients receive high quality information, that their feedback is acted upon, and that their complaints are handled effectively. Develops trust and credibility with the client.

Leadership : Leads by example; communicates and inspires energy and enthusiasm for the work; responds to changing circumstances while remaining committed to the department's vision, mission, values, and goals; facilitates acceptance and implementation of change, even if ambivalent.

Political Acumen : Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization; considers a broad range of internal and external factors (big picture) when solving problems and making decisions; in taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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