Systems Network Analyst Sr Network Specialist

Systems Network Analyst, Senior

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners Enterprise Technology Services Division is seeking qualified candidates for Systems Network Analyst, Senior. We are looking for an experienced Network Specialist to design, implement, and maintain our network infrastructure. This role involves managing routers, switches, firewalls, VoIP systems, hybrid cloud networking, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to manage complex network projects.

Performs advanced professional, technical and analytical work with administrative responsibility in automation systems implementation and development. Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Provides design, procurement, implementation, and administration of the network infrastructure – routers, switches, and plans; provides procurement, implementation, and administration of firewalls; provides administration of the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone system; and manages network‑related projects. Design and deploy multi‑vendor LAN/WAN architectures.

Analyzes, diagnoses, and rectifies issues related to server and/or desktop/laptop protocol and communication problems as they are reported on an emergency or non‑emergency basis; including issues related to missing drives and group policy scripts.

Completes ad‑hoc projects based on end user and Information Technology (IT) analyst needs, including troubleshooting and updating and maintaining file systems.

Performs change control tasks, including implementing and updating web applications as needed by application analysts; launches and implements any new technologies approved by management and special task force; studies, investigates, reviews, and recommends implementation of evolving and emerging technologies.

Performs analysis of systems designs related to networking, wifi and security; develops applications, and documents workflow and processes; reviews peer‑reviewed and professional material in digital and paper formats to keep up with the latest trends in both the library and technology community. Proactive analysis using SNMP, Net Flow, and Wireshark. Develops analysis via Python and Ansible for configuration.

Provides help desk support; responds to calls, emails, incident tickets, and/or inquiries from computer/network users and customers to resolve/troubleshoot microcomputer and minicomputer hardware or software issues; provides tech support in the field and after hours support. Integrates hybrid networking with AWS VPC and Azure VNet.

Provides systems administration for servers, patch installation and upgrade maintenance; installs, configures, and reimages desktop/laptop hardware and software; performs data backup and restores; and manages computer security and virus removal.

Ensures maintenance of NIST/HIPAA standards and network hardening.

This position may require localized travel throughout Broward County for the purposes of field services or onsite visits for items that cannot be supported remotely.

Requires a two (2) year degree from an accredited trade, technical or vocational school, college or university with major coursework in computer science or a closely related field. (One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

Requires four (4) years of experience in supporting users through analyzing, diagnosing and resolving computer systems issues related to desktop/laptop protocols and communication problems or closely related experience.

None.

• Two or more CompTIA Certifications or Equivalent
• 2 years of experience with Wi‑Fi setup and configurations
• Experience with Cisco, Fortinet and Meraki
• Network+ Certification or Equivalent
• 4 years working in a help desk environment
• 2 years of experience with Wi‑Fi setup and configurations

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping or lifting all the time and also involves exerting…