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State of Montana IT Systems Architect Supervisor - Hybrid (66139) in Helena, Montana
Why live in Helena, Montana? · Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide. · It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure. · Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush. · Learn more about moving to and/or living in Helena, Montanahere.* * * *Why should you keep reading and consider working here? We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration in theState Information Technology Services Division (SITSD). Our mission to provide shared IT services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. In addition, our employees have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting and innovative IT projects and initiatives in development within Montana state government. (You can learn more about SITSDhere.) In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in-office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy. What is this career opportunity? Do you want to be involved with leading and managing a team of network engineers in the network design and architecture planning for the State’s Enterprise Network? Do you want to lead a team in the designing, planning and implementation of emerging network technologies from the ground up? You may be the person we are looking for! * TheIT Systems Architect Supervisoroversees a team of network engineers in designing, architecting, and managing the State’s Enterprise network. This position leads the State’s Enterprise network design team in designing, planning and implementing new and emerging network technologies in areas such as data center core network routing and switching, network firewalls and security, wireless networking, wide-area-networking (WAN) and remote access technologies, as well as Enterprise video conferencing and Enterprise network tools/monitoring/automation. In addition, this position leads and manages the State’s network design team to conduct and assist in proof-of-concept testing as well as conduct engineering planning and design sessions with the State’s various networking vendor partners. This position also assists with various network security audits and risk assessments as well as assists with network disaster recovery planning. Thisjob requires excellent technical and organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively. *Education and Experience: * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or other IT-related field; AND * Five years’ related networking experience; AND * Two years’ experience supervising professional-level employees; OR * Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * * Competencies: /Knowledge of:/ · Network routing protocols such as IPv4/IPv6 OSPF and BGP · Carrier leased transport and wide-area-network (WAN) technologies · Multi-Protocol- Label-Switching (MPLS) vrf routing · Industry best practices for Enterprise Network Security · Network Layer 4 and 7 Firewall Technologies · Network VPN Technologies// · Network Authentication Technologies · Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Technology · Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE · Cisco CCNA/CCNP · Budgeting and large project expenditure planning · Project management principles, practices, and techniques. /Ability to:/ * Supervise and support highly-skilled and technical team members; * Manage a budget driven by billed services; * Develop and manage budgeting for large projects and expenditures * Effectively communicate with diverse levels of management and stakeholders; * Effectively interact with vendors on behalf of State agencies; * Establish and maintain effective working relationships in the public and private sector; * Identify problems, emerging issues and trends, and establish strategies to address them; * Translate new technologies into sound business solutions; * Recommend a variety of enterprise network firewall (L4/L7), secure VPN (Client/Site), and network authentication design solutions using resourceful approaches and research when necessary. * Communicate technical information with both technical and non-technical people at all levels in state government; * Develop effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, employees of state government, and citizens of the state; * Work effectively under stressful circumstances as priority incidents occur; * Develop and document processes and procedures; * Work independently and in a team environment; * Manage competing deadlines with shifting priorities; * Deliver confident and informed decisions related to matters of Enterprise Wireless network architecture. / / /Preferred:/ * Experience supervising networking professionals; * Experience leading project-based initiatives; * Experience in managing contracts and budgets * * * * Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting yourresume and cover letter. /(Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)/ What can you expect from us in return for your hard work? Ø Lookhereto see the additional benefits! They include: o Work/life Balance o Health Coverage o Retirement plans o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays o And more… Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) –Employmentwith the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Lookhereto learn more and see if you may qualify!* * * *Other important information to be aware of. * This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check. * Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application. Title: IT Systems Architect Supervisor - Hybrid (66139) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24143069