ITS Network Engineer

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About the Position

The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Network Engineer assists with the operation and maintenance of the MCDOT ITS this role you will support the ITS Network Administrator ensuring the reliability and security of MCDOTs critical ITS infrastructure located both in the field and in the Traffic Management Center. Responsibilities include network monitoring and system maintenance technical support and troubleshooting configuration and deployment technical assistance with Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Division programs and projects and documentation of ITS infrastructure equipment and systems including performance monitoring. You will also collaborate with other IT departments in the county. Having knowledge in Active Directory LDAP OKTA Palo Alto Cisco Ubiquiti and server functions is a plus.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) we provide connections that improve peoples lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work live and play Then join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation sick time and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• One year of relevant experience in networking

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or closely related field

• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements

• Successful candidates must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Drivers license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Experience in an IT related field such as Computer or Systems Engineering

• Experience with fiber and Radio/Cellular WAN/LAN networks VLANs and VPNs

• Experience with directly managing and programming IT network equipment including firewalls switches hubs and routers through various application and command-line interfaces and protocols

• Experience with the deployment operations and maintenance of ITS equipment and systems and their use in both a Traffic Management Center environment and within a traffic signal cabinet. (e.g. ATSMPs DMSs Traffic Signal Controllers CCTVs and Video Detection)

• Experience with Active Directory virtualization environments system patching and backup methods and applications

• Experience with camera feeds and video management systems including associated video streaming technologies and protocols

• Experience with multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders on local and regional implementation projects

Job Contributions

• Actively monitor and maintain MCDOT ITS network infrastructure equipment and systems in the datacenter (e.g. firewalls switches routers and servers) to ensure reliable communication to MCDOT Traffic Management Center (TMC) Regular troubleshooting updating and reconfiguration will be needed to maintain a secure and efficient network environment

• Monitor maintain and deploy ITS equipment and systems in the field (e.g. switches routers radios fiber optics CCTV Cameras and other field assets (e.g. signalized intersections Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) to ensure reliable operation. This will involve device configuration programming testing evaluation and deployment as well as regular troubleshooting

• Maintain records and documentation of ITS infrastructure equipment and systems using various asset management tools (e.g. Cartegraph OSPInsight and the Road Information Tool)

• Maintain TMC operator workstations and MCDOT ITS data and application servers providing support for regional data systems used by local agency partners and MCDOT TMC staff

• Provide technical support for TSMO Division programs projects and proposals

• Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Exerting 20-25 lbs. occasionally 10-25 lbs. frequently or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures wetness/humidity respiratory hazards and noise and vibration.

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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