Network Specialist Senior Central Administration #01468

Title: Network Specialist Senior: Central Administration #01468

State Role Title:Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: $87689 - $115000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Information Technology Unit provides technology planning and support to the Department to help insure the successful accomplishment of the Departments mission.

Manage and direct the Department of Information Technologys communications infrastructure including enterprise networks telecommunications and data systems.
Lead planning development installation operation and maintenance of wired and wireless network services network security and telecommunications systems to ensure reliable secure and costeffective service delivery. Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for network architecture performance monitoring incident response vulnerability management and project implementation across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Thorough understanding and experience of WAN/LAN/WLAN architectures Ethernet TCP/IP routing and switching VLANs VPNs firewalls and wireless technologies; familiarity with network protocols and standards. Systems and platforms: Experience with Windows Server Active Directory DNS DHCP Microsoft/Office 365 services virtualization (e.g. VMware HyperV) and common enterprise network hardware and OS platforms.
Security and compliance: Working knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia network security practices intrusion detection/prevention access control encryption and regulatory/security compliance requirements. Tools and troubleshooting: Proficient in Thousand Eyes and SevOne network monitoring and management tools application performance analysis capacity planning and handson troubleshooting of network issues.
Project and vendor management: Ability to plan and manage infrastructure projects develop requirements evaluate RFS proposals manage suppliers and oversee implementation to meet schedule and budget. Leadership and communication: Strong supervisory skills ability to lead technical staff and crossfunctional teams communicate complex technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders prepare reports and recommendations and provide excellent customer service. Analytical and problemsolving: Sound judgment in diagnosing problems evaluating alternatives and implementing effective technical and operational solutions. Continuous improvement: Commitment to staying current with emerging networking technologies best practices and industry standards.

Additional Considerations

CompTIA A Network Security Certifications

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Drivers License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers Probation Officers Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginias Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone:

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.