Network Specialist

General Function

Performs complex testing and analysis of all elements of the network facilities, including power, software, communication devices, lines, modems, hardware, and terminals. Provide guidance and training to other departments, divisions, officials, agencies and municipalities

Representative Duties

• Install and program new network equipment and test and evaluate the results.
• Modify existing network equipment for added functions via= upgrades and / or reprogramming.
• Administers IP address selection and assignments of IP addresses to city, county, and state agencies requiring access of the Orange County Data Network.
• Study and learn new network technologies and integrate them into the existing network techniques unique to Orange County.
• Analyze and take appropriate action to isolate network faults and take corrective action in a expeditious and timely manner.
• Provide guidance to departments, divisions, elected officials, and municipalities in complying with network procedures, purchases, and projects.
• Develop and train staff in departments, divisions, elected officials, and municipalities in network installation and troubleshooting.
• Provide consulting services to departments, divisions, elected officials, and municipalities to address technical issues related to network design, installation and planning.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Three years of data network design, installation and maintenance experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities is acceptable.

ENVIRONMENT

Information Systems & Services supports over 10,000 desktop workstations. Software standards include but not limited to the latest Microsoft Office Suite Professional, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Outlook, productivity software applications and industry standard business applications.

A. Programming Languages and Tools

B. Database Management Systems

C. Operating Systems

D. Network

TCP / IP & RFC standards & protocols, Cisco IOS, Cisco 7600 series and ASR 1K routers, OSPF and BGP, Catalyst 45XX - 65XX, Cisco 9000 series switches including multilayer switching, Juniper EX series switches, MX routers and SRX firewalls. Linux (DNS and network monitoring), ASA 5500-x firewalls, VPN (IPSEC and SSL), Wireless LAN controllers 5520s and Cisco Meraki SD-WAN, Solarwinds, Multicast, SNMP, VoIP, SIP, CME, Avaya 8700 Enterprise Series.Section 2, Specification / Scope of Services | Page 2

E. Email

F. Hardware

G. Applications

H. Mobile Devices