Interested Applicants must apply online through the Volusia County Schools Human Resources Job Vacancies website to complete the application process as follows:
Careers| Volusia County Schools (vcsedu.org)
Click on CAREERS, Application and Vacancy List Portal, under Job Classification, select 02-Administrative/Non-Instructional to review the job posting and apply.
https://volusia.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/jobs/#!Jobs
This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule after the first 6 months of employment.
POSITION GOAL
Lead the design, maintenance, and support of network infrastructure and systems to ensure excellent network
availability and reliability for staff, students, and the community
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. *Design and oversee district-wide network and access security methodologies.
2. *Provide direct support for all network security activities, including periodic security audits.
3. *Develop technical assistance guides for end users.
4. *Provide research and data analysis to assist in decision making, including preparing and presenting statistical reports as
requested.
5. *Serve as a resource person when developing and revising district policies and procedures as they relate to network security.
6. *Assure compliance with district security standards.
7. *Keep current with hardware and software technology through education courses and self-study.
8. *Provide teachers, administrators, and district staff with technical support in the planning, implementation and support of projects involving network infrastructure.
9. *Develop short- and long-range plans for assigned network outfitting projects for new construction and rebuilds in older facilities.
11. *Mentor and train other technical personnel *Serve as back-up to other positions as assigned.
12. *Work within the division’s established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
13. *Participate in the development and implementation of new procedures commensurate with improving operational efficiency.
14. *Coordinate all required network maintenance and related activities.
15. *Lead network staff members on network and voice infrastructure projects.
16. *Support and oversee safe operational practices, including training and monitoring of personnel.
17. *Assist in the management of the activities of district telecommunications services.
18. *Coordinate with the Senior Systems Administrator – Cyber Security for all network security activities.
19. *Maintain a phased project development schedule.
20. *Develop and execute a system test plan.
21. *Research, evaluate, configure, and recommend vendor selections for network hardware and software.
22. *Manage special projects as assigned.
23. *May require being on call to resolve technical difficulties on a 24/7 basis.
24. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Network Engineering, Director of Infrastructure, or CTO.
*Denotes essential job function/ADA
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor Degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience plus specialized postsecondary
- technical training, courses, or certifications.
- Five (5) years experience coordinating network systems activities including planning, configuring, and securing voice,
video, and data communication networks.
- Experience working in an educational environment preferred.
- Network related certification such as Cisco Meraki Network Operator (CMNO), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA),
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).and related network security functions.Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment, except in a case where accommodation is required.Board Policy 505.REQUIRED SKILLS
- Experience must include hands on activities with routers, firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), intrusion detection
- Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a
- Must be able to operate school board vehicles, when assigned, in accordance with operational procedures and School
- Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS) Ability to configure, install,
- tune, and load balance current standard wireless network systems and access points.
- Thorough knowledge of local area networking (LAN) and wide area networking (WAN), including routers, switches,
wireless access points, and data line installation.
- Extensive knowledge of the open systems interconnection reference model (OSI) as it applies to hardware, including
cabling, switches, and routing.configurations. Manager, Network Engineering
- Extensive knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) specifications.
- Ability to manage, design, implement, and maintain networks.
- Project management and small team leadership skills in implementing complex networks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network failures.
- Ability to monitor network performance and recognize problems.
- Ability to estimate and communicate the impact of applications on network traffic in present or projected network
- Strong technology skills with demonstrated analytical ability.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with administrators, associates, and the general public.
- Ability to work flexible schedules in a variety of environments, independently and as part of a team.
SUPERVISES Network Engineers/Technicians as assigned
Pay: $75,993.00 - $87,353.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
