IT Network & Telecommunications – Senior​/Specialist

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.

WSDOT is seeking a senior‑level Operational Technology (OT) Network and Telecommunications specialist to support critical transportation infrastructure systems that keep Washington moving safely and efficiently. This position will provide advanced technical support, administration, security, and lifecycle management of the Northwest Region’s (NWR) OT network infrastructure, including fiber optic, copper, and wireless communication systems that connect Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and roadway operations throughout the region.

In a 24/7 operational environment, this role will ensure the reliability, availability, and resilience of communications systems supporting traffic signals, dynamic message signs, ramp meters, tolling corridors, and tunnel life‑safety systems, including ventilation, fire detection, incident response, and emergency communications. The Network and Telecommunications Senior/Specialist also plays a key role in safeguarding OT environments through proactive network monitoring, vulnerability identification, incident response, and collaboration with regional and statewide technology teams to maintain secure, dependable, and resilient transportation operations.

• Procure, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network equipment and communication infrastructure.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement physical and network connectivity for field‑based OT environments, including structured cabling and device deployment, in collaboration with operations, maintenance, and vendor partners.
• Provide technical support for telecommunications and network systems supporting the NWR.
• Troubleshoot and investigate reported issues within OT and ITS networks.
• Support network and communications infrastructure and collaborate with infrastructure teams and partners to address technical challenges and provide operational support, as needed.
• Travel to field work sites, including ITS hub locations, tunnels, and other facilities, to support the maintenance and repair of NWR network and telecommunications infrastructure, transporting necessary tools and equipment to perform troubleshooting and repair of networking systems.
• Support inventory management for maintenance and traffic divisions, including tracking, maintenance, and lifecycle oversight of assets.

• Network & Telecommunications Systems Administration
  • Extensive experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network and telecommunications systems, including network infrastructure, wireless networks, and voice/data communication platforms within transportation or critical infrastructure environments.
• Operational Technology (OT) & ITS Expertise
  • Experience supporting Transportation Systems Management and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), including traffic signals, ramp metering, CCTV and video systems, dynamic message signs, highway advisory radio, and associated communications technologies.
• Technical Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
  • Demonstrated ability to administer, troubleshoot, document, and support network and telecommunications systems, exercise sound judgment, prioritize competing work demands, and independently resolve complex technical issues.
• Network Infrastructure & Security
  • Knowledge of network architecture, wireless technologies, communications systems, and security best practices related to the design, operation, monitoring, and protection of critical network infrastructure.
• Technical Installation & Consulting
  • Experience providing technical consultation and performing installation, configuration, and support of network hardware,…