What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 7) position at Department of Administrative Services?
Initial Posting Date:
03/28/2025
Application Deadline:
04/10/2025
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$6,679 - $10,092
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Network Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 7)
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Network Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 7)
As a Network Analyst, you will use independent judgment in consultation with agency partners, and management, to ensure effective implementation of information technologies in support of the EIS mission and goals. On a regular basis, you will have the opportunity to provide professional expertise to specialized business areas and units throughout State Government and coordinate and collaborate with cross agency staff to ensure the customer’s needs are being met.
The Network Analyst serves a crucial role in the infrastructure health and maintenance. The purpose of this position is to administer information systems including network infrastructure, information security, systems log and information analysis and review. Some of the things you'll do include:
- Design, engineering, configuration and installation, and administration and maintenance of the enterprise’s data communication systems.
- Provide expert technical-level network design, support and control, and customer service for the Data Center Services Division.
- Maintain and support mission critical infrastructure systems, servers and networking technologies including resolution of major system events including systems that provide multi-site access to agency data for EIS, and other agencies and external partners.
- Collaborates with other systems specialists and security personnel at other external agencies to ensure that solutions are coordinated and are consistent across agencies.
- Utilize knowledge of networking, server administration, information security best practices and project management techniques to complete projects relating to information technology
NOTE: The Network team provides after hours support via a paid on-call rotation and must be able to report to the State Data Center in Salem, OR within one hour.
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What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
- Six (6) years of information systems experience in: managing Large WAN enterprises with more than 100 remote sites, MPLS and BGP; OR
- An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND four (4) years of information systems experience in: managing Large WAN enterprises with more than 100 remote sites, MPLS and BGP); OR
- A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND two (2) years of information systems experience in: managing Large WAN enterprises with more than 100 remote sites, MPLS and BGP; OR
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.
Desired Attributes:
- Talented professional with a natural aptitude and passion for providing outstanding customer service who thrives working in an operational environment
- Teammates with exceptional analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Engineers with Enterprise Network Engineering, and Management experience with requirements and expectations similar in scope to large ISP’s including OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and basic network equipment.
- Demonstrated experience in writing operational processes and procedures targeted towards technical audiences
Preference Statement:
Preference may be given to candidates who have experience or skills in: Software Defined Networking, CI/CD, and Hybrid Cloud Networking technologies such as express route, SDWAN and SASE.
Application Details and Instructions
Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
- Visit theState of Oregon job opportunities webpageto submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your cover letter and resume. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employeeWorkdayaccount.
- This announcement is for 1 (one), full-time, permanent, SEIU Represented, Network Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 7) position and may be used to fill future vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Nancy Karnas at: nancy.karnas@das.oregon.gov | 971-719-3083
Benefits of Joining Our Team
The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Team strives to create an environment that is supportive and encourages work-life balance and innovation. If you are ready to work with a great group of IT professionals, please consider joining our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about ensuring that information confidentiality, integrity, scalability, and availability is maintained. Additional benefits include:
- Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and acompetitive benefits package.
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
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- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
- Hybrid work environment supported and encouraged! This position is eligible for hybrid work but is not suitable for full-time remote work. In-office work will be required approximately one day per week and may be subject to change based on business needs. Terms of hybrid work and the work schedule will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate and hiring manager.
Additional Details
- Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Employee is required to obtain and maintain CJIS clearance.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.
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