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Network Systems Analyst

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Network Systems Analyst

Salary

$73,270.00 - $109,902.00 Annually

Location

College Station, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2502430

Department

IT Department

Opening Date

06/18/2025

Closing Date

7/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

Hiring Range

$73,270.00-$84,260.50

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Description

Under general direction of the Network Systems Coordinator, the Netrwork Systems Analyst is responsible for long range strategic planning, design, administration, setup, connectivity, operation and maintenance of all network hardware and software components and infrastructure. Interface with end users, provide network related technical support for all city personnel involved in computing. Project manager for network related projects.

Principal Duties

1. Maintain an advanced level of expertise in the operation of Microsoft Active Directory networks to include the installation and upgrading of operating system software through self study and formal continuing education.

2. Establish networking environment by designing system configuration, directing/conducting system installation, defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards

3. Manage secure remote network access through the use of radius, TLS, and VPN technologies.

4. Coordinate with vendors regarding hardware and software maintenance and warranty information for the network. Develop, prepare, and test scripts used for network maintenance.

5. Manage network security including firewall, SIEM configuration and alerting, NAC management, and access to data on all servers. Advise users of security requirements and how it affects their use of the network.

6. Maximize network performace through design and management of the IP network layout and routing.

7. Assess the need for repair/replacement/upgrade of network components and software running on the network to include changes to memory, disk space, operating systems, WAN connectivity, and server processing speed.

8. Implement and manage network backup systems and storage solutions

9. Manage growth and the design of the City’s VMware infrastructure.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelors Degree in MIS or related field; and two (2) years experience as a network administrator; or five (5) years experience as a enterprise network administrator; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties. Texas Driver's License. Ability to obtain Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification within the first twelve (12) months of employment. Ability to pass FBI 7 year background check.

Preferred:

Five (5) years experience in Microsoft Active Directory design and management. Microsoft Exchange 2010 and later design and management. Five (5) years experience in firewall configuration, management, and auditing. Experience with Commvault Simpana backup solution. Experience with layer 2/3 switching and routing configuration specifically OSPF routing. Experience managing a VMware vsphere 5.x and greater environment.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy.

Additional Criminal Background Screening Required: In addition to the standard pre-employment criminal background check, individuals receiving a conditional offer for this position shall be subject to a fingerprint-based background screening due to the required access to secured buildings and/or secure data systems.

Position posted until filled or closing date.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. .

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As a Network System Analyst, your primary role is a Network Administrator, but you will also wear many other hats: systems administrator, project manager, mentor, and general problem solver. The following questions will allow you to highlight how you would handle the different aspects of this role. Can you explain why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role?

02

Explain the process of setting up a designing a network from scratch, including hardware components, installation, configuration, and optimization.

03

What steps would you take to troubleshoot a Network running slowly or experiencing frequent crashes, and why?

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Tell us about your most extensive technology project undertaken and the role you played.

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Describe your experience with enterprise networks, design, and implementation.

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Describe your experience with developing Network IT standards, procedures, documentation, and KB articles.

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Have you managed an enterprise project before, and how did you address timelines, conflict, resource management, etc.?

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Employer

City of College Station

Address

1101 Texas Avenue

College Station, Texas, 77840

Phone

979-764-3517

Website

http://csjobs.cstx.gov

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