RCIT DATA NETWORK ENGINEER III - County of Riverside
Riverside, CA 92501
About the Job
The Riverside County Information Technology Department (RCIT) has an opportunity for an RCIT Data Network Engineer III (Network Architect) who will be assigned to the Converged Communications Bureau (CCB) located in Riverside. The selected candidate will be tasked with researching, analyzing, designing and implementing new network technologies, present suggestions for improving on existing communications networks, and resolve escalated network support issues.
RCIT seeks applicants who hold Network Engineering level certifications and are experienced in architecting and documenting large enterprise networks. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust, secure and scalable network infrastructures that meet the counties needs. This role requires a deep knowledge and hands on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls, Palo Alto Panorama, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Aruba wireless networks, InfoBlox, SolarWinds, and a deep knowledge of network protocols and standards such as BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, 802.1Q, DNS and MPLS. Additionally, incumbents must possess the ability to communicate and articulate ideas clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form. Contending candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in the related field.
Meet the Team!
Riverside County Information Technology is a full-service provider of IT services. RCIT is an Internal Service Fund (ISF) department with 100% reliance on revenues received from services.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Mentor, advise, and train subordinate engineering staff; may participate in the employee selection process; monitor and review the work of engineering staff.
• Oversee the design, analyze, and define enterprise WAN, ISP, and data center network infrastructure based on customer requirements, available and emerging technologies, and cost analysis.
• Provide lead engineering support and troubleshooting of networks and networked environments for Data Operations.
• Lead the enhancement of enterprise data network operations and performance through proactive monitoring, analysis, and configuration of the network for all County departments.
• Implement various networks for multi-faceted applications ranging from financials, network security, data center connectivity, network monitoring, wireless, LAN/WAN, voice, video conferencing, virtual desktop environment, and clinical applications.
• Monitor the measurement of network resource availability, performance, and capacity on a scheduled basis.
• Create schedules for network testing and maintenance; track changes to the network environment.
• Act as third level escalation point for the timely resolution of network-related problems and performance deficiencies.
• Create and maintain detailed physical and logical network designs or drawings.
• Oversee the development of disaster recovery plans; maintain and update documentation as required.
• Act as a project engineer and lead for the definition of customer technical requirements, preparation of specifications, statements of work, contracts, proposals, studies, reports, conceptual and detailed designs, construction drawings, and documentation packages.
• Oversee the preparation of engineering instructions for installation or modification of new or replaced equipment; determine most cost effective method of installation or modification.
• Provider oversight to the installation or modification of projects; coordinate with field technicians and contractors until projects are complete and operational as required.
• Establish technical hardware and software standards based on analysis of system performance, integration needs, and current and emerging technology, unit goals, and/or cost analysis.
• Collaborate with vendors to remain current on industry trends and standards.
• Develop strategic plans for maximum optimization and growth of LAN/WAN.
• Conduct technology evaluations and selections, including the development of evaluation criteria and procedures.
• Research and analyze common vendor products, request for information, request for quote, and request for proposal development.
• Oversee the development of RFI/RFQ/RFP's.
• Develop and maintain data network security requirements based on County Information Security Office (CISO) standards.
• Define and implement network security best practices; audit security compliance.
• Check and validate calculated mathematical requirements for the design and planning of telecommunications networks, systems, and equipment.
• Oversee the preparation of specification for equipment and systems implementation for adequate design and compliance of operational requirements.
• Recommend to management infrastructure enhancements for efficiency and technological advantage; consult with users in planning for future needs; maintain awareness of best practices and emerging technology.
• Research, evaluate, test, and recommend products; recommend product versions and services for business needs.
• Research and prepare white papers for management on emerging technologies.
• Assist County departments and agencies in developing medium and long range telecommunication plans; develop cost estimates for budgetary purposes; research and recommend alternatives that will best meet operational requirements and budgetary constraints.
• Ensure and maintain budget development and compliance.
• Compile and evaluate data to provide justification of requests for equipment and materials to be included in the budget.
• Identify all end of life (EOL) issues within the system(s) and provide management with recommendations for new purchases, budgetary estimates, and interim solutions if needed.
• Engage with appropriate organizations and resources; communicate project requirements; ensure and monitor that required activates are completed within the budget and in a timely manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in computer science, computer information systems, telecommunications, information management, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education).
Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience in which four years were in a journey level capacity in one or more of the following areas: planning, designing, or implementing enterprise-wide data networks encompassing data, voice, and video with security as a major component.
OPTION II
Education: Possession of two (2) valid Cisco certificates.
Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience in which four years were in a journey level capacity in one or more of the following areas: planning, designing, or implementing enterprise-wide data networks encompassing data, voice, and video with security as a major component.
ALL OPTIONS
Incumbents are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in all core network communication functions and related systems. The RCIT Data Network Engineer III functions as a subject matter expert over designated network systems.
Proficient Experience in Designing (as a Network Architect) implementation and maintaining large TCP/IP based Wide Area Networks (including campus environments), large Wireless Networks, DNS, MPLS, DWDM, and Firewalls.
Understand network routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP and optimization strategies.
Develop and communicate transport solutions to meet network changes and customer service requirements.
Work with suppliers and vendors to understand future trends in communication technology and incorporate the understanding in future design and consideration.
Be on a rotating call out for resolution of technical issues and serve as a resource for the resolution of technical issues regarding network equipment qualifications.
Proficiency with NetBrain, SolarWinds, Microsoft Visio, applications.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Application Deadline- Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's.
Veterans' Preference
The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy . Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: http://dao.rc-hr.com/ .
Degree Verification:
Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES )or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts.
What's Next:
This recruitment is open to all applicants.Applicants who are current Riverside County Information Technology (RCIT) employees may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close or be extended without notice. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Amanda Duarte at aduarte@rivco.org
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GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.