SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III - 45001015

Requisition No: 841400Agency: Department of StateWorking Title: SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III - 45001015Division of Administrative ServicesBureau of Departmental Information Systems*****OPEN COMPETITIVE*****MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:A bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or at least four (4) years of equivalent work experience in the field of Information Technology.At least two (2) years of experience managing network and firewall appliances in a Windows server environment.Meet requirements to become Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certified.PREFERENCES:Certification in one or more of the following: Microsoft Azure Administration, Microsoft Server Administration, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, Palo Alto Network.Experience with Voice Over IP, server and storage system management tools and software, switch topology design, TCP/IP network communications and network security.At least four (4) years technical support in a State of Florida Agency.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for the installing, configuring, and troubleshooting the Department's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), wireless and Internet systems. Maintain network hardware and software, monitor network to ensure network availability of all systems and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability.Applies advance knowledge of TCP/IP and VoIP to troubleshoot network problems and outages, supporting network and/or VoIP technologies, especially relating to the Cisco switching, F5 load balancers, and Palo Alto firewalls. Collaborates with network architects on network optimization, design, setup, configuration and support for complex software systems, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems.Assists with providing web services (IIS) administration and deployments including certificates. Assists with managing and provisioning Azure cloud infrastructure services, assists in monitoring, performance, and tracking cost and utilization.Serves as one of the primary points of contact with the Supervisors of Elections office in each of the 67 counties within the State of Florida to ensure network connectivity and communications with Florida Voter Registration System (FVRS).Assisting in disaster preparedness and response.Assisting in the completion of inventory audits.Assisting in the disposition of network assets and peripheral network equipment assets.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:Unix, Linux, and Windows systems administration, network administration.Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; Ability to communicate technical data effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to work well in a team environment; Ability to work effectively under pressure.OTHER JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS:Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with agency guidelines on attendance. This position is designated to serve in an on-call status. When activated, the incumbent must respond to the call within 15 minutes, and if necessary, arrive on-site within 1 hour.CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS:A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.IMPORTANT NOTICES:We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time

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