Network and Systems Specialist #1424
MODESTO CITY SCHOOLS
Job Description JC# 1424
Network and Systems Specialist
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Under general supervision, serve as a technical designer and administrator for the District’s core infrastructure services and operations including design, testing, deployment, integration, monitoring, management and security; ensure the stability, integrity and efficiency of the information systems infrastructure that supports the district’s information technology (IT) environment.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Design, implement and manage the district’s infrastructure and systems, encompassing virtual, physical and cloud computing, storage, networks, VoIP and applications; ensure secure, highly reliable delivery of services to meet business requirements; ensure the core infrastructure is robust, scalable and efficient in supporting district applications and support services, and is in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
2. Participate in the planning, design, implementation and support of a variety of complex application and infrastructure-related projects and upgrades in such areas as server and storage systems, server virtualization, VoIP, Active Directory Domain Services, email services, and backup and disaster-recovery solutions.
3. Identify the impact of changes in systems and applications on enterprise infrastructure operations; assess and resolve complex systems administration issues; determine potential solutions to resolve and prevent service interruptions; implement and follow policies and procedures for change and incident management; document technical problems, resolutions and processes. E
4. Anticipate, identify, research, troubleshoot and resolve complex network, server, VoIP, software and systems integration problems; install and test patches, releases, upgrades and fixes; engage outside support when needed.
5. Design, deploy and monitor network systems and procedures, including disaster recovery solutions; define, identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities; monitor and maintain replication and backup systems to meet industry standards.
6. Assess system capacity issues, evaluate software and other alternatives, and recommend system upgrades or replacements.
7. Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols and standards in support of systems engineering and management; test and evaluate new technologies and provide recommendations for implementing new IT solutions and/or services.
8. Serve as Tier II escalation point for varied infrastructure and application problems; provide technical guidance to staff and others to resolve issues; develop and maintain technical documentation.
9. Maintain participation in CA DMV Assessment System/Automatic Pull Program.
10. Utilize technology to input, create, maintain or update records, reports, or other related information.
11. Effectively communicate and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.
SALARY
Classified Unit Salary Schedule
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience Minimum Requirement: Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the design, development, implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of enterprise infrastructure systems and technologies.
Education Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate. Successful completion of a fundamental computer literacy course or experience. License(s)/Certificate(s)/Permit(s) Valid California Driver’s License. Must provide a DMV printout within five (5) workdays of offer of employment.