Location
Riverside CA

The successful candidate will provide leadership, direction, and hands-on involvement in deploying, configuring, and operating next-generation network systems and cybersecurity initiatives across the city's various departments. This is a remote, part-time role where hours may increase as needed. Occasional travel onsite to Riverside may be requested for emergency or issues unsafe to perform remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and support VMware NSX/ Dell VxRail solutions for multiple data center locations.
  • Manage and support large multi-site network infrastructure primarily involving Cisco and Aruba hardware and services.
  • Administer, configure, and maintain next-generation firewall systems focusing on cybersecurity best practices.
  • Design and implement wireless network configurations with Aruba or Cisco/Meraki wireless access points and controllers.
  • Support multiple network connectivity types, including but not limited to dark fiber, Metro-Ethernet, MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and EVPN.
  • Troubleshoot network-related issues and implement strategic solutions for long-term network stability.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of all network configurations and related systems.
  • Coordinate and liaise with vendors, other IT personnel, and internal stakeholders to ensure network performance meets City Government needs and expectations.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior network engineers and staff.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of direct deployment and operational experience in VMware NSX/ Dell VxRail for multiple data center locations.
  • Minimum of 4 years of direct deployment and operational experience with large multi-site network infrastructure from either Cisco to Aruba hardware or services.
  • Experience in next-generation firewall administration, configuration, and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Demonstrated wireless network configuration and operational experience with either Aruba or Cisco/Meraki wireless access points and controllers.
  • Proven experience supporting multiple network connectivity types, including but not limited to dark fiber, Metro-Ethernet, MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and EVPN.
  • Current ACSP (Aruba), CCNP (Cisco), or higher network certifications are highly desirable.
  • Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Pay range: $35 - $80 per hour