Lead Network Systems Engineer
City of Escondido - Escondido, CA
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If working with these technologies excites you, read the rest of the job posting and enter your application to start your journey to further your career at the City of Escondido where we leverage today's technology to improve the quality of life for our residents. Key Knowledge Areas: Advanced Network Infrastructure Design and Management (LAN/WAN/Fiber/Wireless P2P/Cellular/Etc.) Microsoft Enterprise Site with M365/E5 Security Licensing/Exchange Hybrid Administration Active Directory and Azure AD Management IT Security Practices and Compliance (DOJ/CJIS, PCI DSS, NCUA Standards) High-Availability Infrastructure Management (VMware/vxRail, Hyper-V) ITIL Framework/Service Desk Management with Freshservice Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Open Data and Integrations via API This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice. If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Senior Network Systems Technician in our Information Systems Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. Under direction, leads, oversees, and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing support in the development, installation, implementation, testing, evaluation, and administration of the City's local and wide area networks; installs, configures, tests and supports a variety of network components and devices; performs preventative maintenance on network segments and components; provides liaison and technical assistance to Network Systems Engineer, Network Systems Technicians and end users; installs and troubleshoots advanced and complex software and hardware configurations; and consults with department representatives to determine hardware/software requirements and develops specifications; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive local and wide area network program.Principles of lead supervision and training.Advanced principles and practices of network system design, installation and maintenance.Advanced principles of hardware and software configuration and installation.All operating systems that are in use within the entire organization including but not limited to Windows Desktop, Windows Server, Microsoft HyperV, and Apple IOS.All aspects of configuring and maintaining system security, network security, and site security for information systems.All available Wide Area Networking technologies currently in use within the organization, including installation and maintenance of routers, switches, access points, wireless LAN equipment and firewalls.Local Area Networking, including maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting techniques, especially dealing with the TCP/IP protocol and services, and managing a large diversified environment using TCP/IP.Advanced methods and techniques of troubleshooting hardware and software problems.Cabling protocols, hardware and software.Technical specifications, standard performance, and possible configuration options for all common components and peripherals.Distributed database installation, structuring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.The Internet, HTML, and CGI scripting, as well as desktop publishing or user interface design.The national telecommunications infrastructure and ability to work through problems with telecommunications provider to correctly diagnose problems, troubleshoot, and expedite orders, and minimize downtime.Principles of customer service.Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations. Ability to: Lead, organize, and review the work of staff.Independently perform the most difficult network systems tasks.Interpret, explain, and enforce department policies and procedures.Evaluate complex hardware and software requirements.Implement complex hardware and software changes and enhancements.Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve highly technical networking issues.Install, configure, troubleshoot and/or repair complex hardware and software problems.Respond to requests and inquiries from network users and provide assistance as needed.Be adaptive towards new systems and technology that may be implemented in the organization.Understand the complex relationships between different components in a networked environment.Analyze and define problems and conceptualize feasible solutions, and present all practical solutions in a concise format to non-technical users.Develop and revise complex computer programs.Document and diagram existing code.Coordinate meetings for product/project demonstrations for the managers of a department and other members of the Information Systems staff.Evaluate existing systems and recommend possible enhancements to systems or network components.Make the necessary changes to any computer component within the organization.Lead and coordinate the activities of a computer user group.Train other employees on either a one-on-one basis, or in a group.Understand the complex relationships between various components of a distributed system.Understand the consequences of changes on individual systems with respect to the entire organizational system.Coordinate with other staff members to meet deadlines while minimizing downtime.Work independently in the absence of supervision.Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education/Training: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems or a related field. Experience: Four years (full-time equivalent) of increasingly responsible network administration experience including two years (full-time equivalent) of experience at a level comparable to a Network Systems Engineer with the City. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing. SELECTION PROCEDURE Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify. The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment. Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria: Served in the U.S. armed forces Received an honorable discharge Did not retire from military service Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.ABOUT OUR CITY The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise. EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-03-01