Position Summary

City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

Assist the senior network engineer with the research, planning, design, implementation, integration, maintenance, and support of network and firewall infrastructure (enterprise networks, firewalls, Internet, remote access and Wi-Fi communications, related applications, systems and peripherals) across multiple data centers and city locations. Participate in multiple network and firewall projects simultaneously including the initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and close-out phases. Provide technical leadership and guidance for the maintenance and support of the network and firewall infrastructure to ensure continuous performance, availability, reliability, integrity and security improvements.

NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.

This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.

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This job classification is in Management Category III for benefits purposes, which includes Six (6) additional Management Vacation Days per year and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
Assist the senior network engineer to develop, implement and maintain documentation, best practices, standards, policies, and procedures to continuously improve the performance, availability, reliability, integrity and security of the City's network and firewall infrastructure.
Assist the senior network engineer support functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN) - across multiple sites and remote locations.
Maintain IT network and firewall infrastructure technology, such as enterprise networks, firewalls, Internet, remote access and Wi-Fi communications, related applications, systems, and peripherals.
Maintain a working knowledge in other IT infrastructure technology areas, such as identity and access management (IAM), Cloud Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), VoIP telephone, call center, video conferencing, collaborations, related applications, systems and peripherals.
Troubleshoot and resolve level 4 network and firewall infrastructure problems and work with other staff members during the troubleshooting of non-level 4 problems.
Perform root cause analyst of major network and firewall infrastructure issues and develop strategies for preventative and permanent solutions.
Maintain effective monitoring, alerting, reporting, automation and capacity planning for network and firewall infrastructure equipment, systems and applications to ensure network and firewall performance, availability, reliability, integrity and security.
Collaborate with project management staff to effectively and efficiently scope, plan, execute, monitor and closeout small to medium network and firewall projects.
Assist the senior network engineer to develop technical specifications of purchasing documents (for example, Request for Proposals (RFP), BIDs, scope of works, etc.) for the acquisition of network and firewall infrastructure equipment and services.
Maintain and update enterprise network infrastructure documentation (Visio).
Performs related work as required.

Job Requirements & Work Environment

Associates Degree in computer science or a closely related fieldOne (1) or more years of experience in network support, including wireless and cloud infrastructure and related systems. Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days after hire

Preferences

Cisco network experience Palo-Alto / Fortinet / Cisco Firewall experience Aruba Wireless experience Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) routing and switching certificationTwo (2) or more years of experience in network support, including wireless and cloud infrastructure and related systems

Special Requirements: This position requires Holiday, night and/or weekend work in order to perform many dutiesEmployees in this class are required to provide 24-hour support on a rotational basis and may be called in to work before, immediately prior to, during and after the emergencyAn in-depth pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed security-sensitive

Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.

Working Environment

Work Environment Frequency Working in Designated Environment Office or similar indoor environment Frequently or Often Outdoor environment Seldom or Never Street environment (near moving traffic) Seldom or Never Construction site Seldom or Never Confined Space Seldom or Never In the community (homes, businesses, etc.) Seldom or Never Lab Seldom or Never Warehouse environment Seldom or Never

Physical Standards Required To Perform Essential Job Functions

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How To Apply/ Veteran Information

Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J204 ).

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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Closing Date/Time: 9/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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