Network Systems Administrator II
Network Systems Administrator II
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- TYPE OF RECRUITMENTWe welcome applications from everyone.APPLICATION FILING PERIODApplications will be accepted beginning Monday April 21 2025 at 8:00 a.m. through Friday May 2 2025 before 5:00 p.m. (PT)
EXAM NUMBERR2559NRWho are we looking forCounty of Los Angeles is recruiting for highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Network Systems Administrator II. We invite you to explore the possibility of joining a team who will turn challenges into opportunities and share the future of public sector IT!
Why work for us
With more than 10 million residents Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California over 112000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement property assessment public health protection water conservation cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2300 different job descriptions the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest publicsector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work relax and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions
- Performs network administration functions such as assisting in designing configuring deploying testing repairing and maintaining hardware/software/firmware upgrade.
- Performs the deployment of hardware firmware and software upgrades for network appliances gateways and associated telecommunication devices.
- Configures and supports network devices such as Layer 2 and 3 configurations Voice Gateways wireless access points and controllers.
- Performs system administration functions such as assists designing and implementing enterprise infrastructure which encompasses hardware servers and virtual systems.
- Performs the deployment of hardware and software upgrades for servers and storage (e.g. Blade Systems Server Virtualization Active Directory clustering VoIP (Voice over IP) storage solutions video conferencing systems).
- Performs network security solutions (e.g. system network access control lists and host/network intrusion prevention systems) along with policy elements (e.g. end user roles and groups trust relationships access rights directories virus protection security patch management firewalls and software deployment).
- Performs various task related to enterprise cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities (e.g. malware viruses spyware adware trojan horses worms phishing spear phishing).
- Provides support for information enterprise cybersecurity breaches (e.g. internal/external violations/threats hacker attacks viruses and system access).
- Analyzes network performance throughput and bandwidth optimization requirements to solve system configuration and performance issues.
- Identifies and recommends appropriate network device changes.
- Implements and configures system thresholds performs network tests queries as needed in response to alerts.
- Performs critical data and configuration backup database backup system recovery and/or participates in activities pertaining to business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Assists in performing site assessment including cabling rack elevations electrical HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) and peripherals.
- Assists in performing video and web teleconferencing solutions.
- Participates in the analysis evaluation and risk assessment tasks required for implementation of new applications and system changes (e.g. vendor provided patches service packs network products devices and network management solutions).
- Maintains network standard operating procedures logs and files.
- Documents and tracks network assets (e.g. virtual servers software subscriptions network endpoints mobile device manager) including purchasing receiving deployment decommissioning and disposal.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Option I:A Bachelors degree from an accredited* college or university in Computer Science Information Systems or a closely related field AND two 2 years of fulltime experience in a centralized Information Technology organization** within the last five 5 years in LAN design configuration or administration.
Option II:Three 3 years fulltime experiencein a centralized Information Technology organization**within the last five 5 years in LAN design configuration or administration.
LICENSE:A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out jobrelated essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS III Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time with bending stooping squatting twisting and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds and frequent lifting of 1025 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To receive credit for your education include a copy of your official diploma official transcript or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven 7 calendar days from the last the day of filing. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents please visit: centralized Information Technology organization which is under the direction or guidance of the Chief Information Technology official for the department or major organizational unit is responsible for providing comprehensive IT services including analysis design acquisition and/or development implementation maintenance or support of information systems; and in which the work performed is in direct relationship to the IT requirements and initiatives of the department or major organizational unit.
Withhold Information
No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.
Endorsement of County Qualifications
If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus outofclass bonus temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification within seven 7 calendar daysfrom the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.Additional Information
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we verify that you meet the requirementswe will invite you to take theassessment of the proficiencies required for this jobthis examination will consist of:
Part I:An online multiplechoice testweighted 40 measuring:- Deductive Reasoning
- Professional Potential
- Achievement
- Working Relationships
- Analyzing Information
- Learning Quickly
- Generating New Ideas
- Using Time Efficiently
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Adapting to Change
- Coping with Uncertainty
- Willingness to Learn
- Responsibility
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on Part I in order to be invited to Part II of the examination.
Part II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments weighted 60measuring:
- Networking and Implementation: Knowledge of networking devices protocols reference models routing and implementation of networks.
- Server Administration: Knowledge of Disaster Recovery hardware management process network addressing and routing optimization security storage and users and resources.
- IP Routing and Switching: Knowledge of advanced routing topics IP addressing IP multicast IP routing protocols andlayer 2 switching.
- Cloud Computing: Knowledge of cloud computing concepts cloud service models virtualization and private clouds.
Applicants must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
MULTIPLECHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
Transfer of Test ComponentsIf you recently took identical components for other exams the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams and your responses could be transferred to that exam. Applicants concurrently applying to Network Systems Administrator I (R2558JR) and Senior Network Systems Administrator (R2560MR) will take the identical test parts once.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.- Online practice tests are available at information can be found on our website at The section dedicated to test preparation is Employment Test Assistance.
Eligibility and Vacancy Information:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six 6 months following the date of promulgation. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.
Application and Filing Information:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail fax or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the Apply green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employers name and address job title beginning and ending dates number of hours worked per week and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails it is possible to view notices by logging into and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicants responsibility to take steps to view correspondence and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. Any additional documents IF ANY must be received at the time of filing or within seven 7 calendar days from last day of filing.
Note: If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application you may email it to Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name examination title and examination number on the subject of your email.
IIf you are a veteran you may be eligible for veterans credit which is an additional 10 of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review so please include that with your application or submit it as soon as possible to ensure prompt processing. You can email the document to .
Federal law requires that all employed people have a Social Security Number so include yours when applying.
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family members or friends login information may erase a candidates original application record.
AntiRacism Diversity and Inclusion (ARDI):The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting AntiRacism Diversity and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.
Testing accommodation:If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note that you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
Have any questions about anything listed above Contact us:Exam Number:R2559NR
Department Contact Name:Virnaliza Cudiamat
Department Contact Email:vcudiamat@
Department Contact Phone:Testing Accommodations Coordinator:
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The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at .Revised January 2025
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
