Network Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 7)

Oregon State Treasury is recruiting for the position of Network Administrator. This position is responsible for the ​support of the infrastructure needs of Oregon State Treasury by collaborating with peers in the Information Technology Division. This position works with IT Leadership, business divisions and executive leadership to offer innovative, secure, and resilient technology solutions, reinforcing Oregon State Treasury's integrity, trust, and stewardship.​ 

Job Duties Summary  

• Follow established change management policies and procedures. Plan, schedule, and perform installations and major upgrades, ensuring version compatibility and system requirements, while monitoring performance and implementing security measures.   

• Adhere to the procurement process for acquiring technology and software. Design, install, manage, and upgrade network infrastructure, including physical and cloud infrastructures, LAN/WAN security. Ensuring compliance with disaster recovery plans and maintaining backup systems for network architecture.  

• Collaborate with the InfoSec team Network Security to implement data protection controls, manage virtual infrastructure, and utilize network monitoring tools for performance and security improvements. Align network architecture with security benchmarks.   

• Resolve Tier 3 & 4 tickets from Service Desk for infrastructure related issues.  

• Establish procedures for diagnosing and solving problems. Create and maintain documentation for network topology, business continuity and disaster recovery.   

• Regularly interact with vendors for support of products, service plans and to resolve complex issues.   

• Mentor Service Desk cross functional team members and lower level ISS staff for development of their skills in troubleshooting, documenting change management, process improvement and learning networking skills and processes.  

• Align strategic growth plans of organization with new systems and appliances in infrastructure. Address resource utilization, acquisition strategies, disaster recovery, system performance, and security.  

• Participate in developing and updating policies, standards and procedures that meet existing and newly approved policies and regulatory requirements.    

• Participate in high-level planning for Business Continuity activities including training, desktop exercises and Disaster Recovery tests.  

• Evaluate assets for lifecycle, service agreements and warranties. Ensure assets are assigned to locations in Asset Management systems as they are distributed. Make recommendations ahead of budget cycle to Chief Technology officer on replacements, upgrade and new infrastructure needs.   

Work Schedule 

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office work will be predominately from Treasury’s ​Tigard office​. This position will work from the office at least one day per week to support infrastructure teams onsite needs. Additional days in the office may needed for network administrator in office duties, projects, infrastructure changes or testing. 

During the initial training period, employees are expected to be in the office more frequently to support onboarding, learning, and collaboration.  

Salary Range 

$82,152-$124,128 annually.  

Job Classification 

This position is classified as an Information Systems Specialist 7. This position is ​a SEIU represented position​. 

Required Minimum Qualifications  

• Six (6) years of information systems experience in network administration; OR 

• An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND four (4) years of information systems experience in network administration; OR 

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND two (2) years of information systems experience in network administration; OR 

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field may substitute for all of the above. 

Desired Attributes 

Job Specific Attributes  

• Experience with customer service with network infrastructure request Level 3 &4 complexity; resolution involves service desk escalations for changes to network architecture, changes to existing rules and guidelines, troubleshooting new and unusual network experiences, etc.)  

• Experience with networking environments with Windows OS, Linux OS, Network Security tools, Firewalls, Switches, and cloud infrastructure network and security applications.  

• Experience in creating documentation for change management, incident resolution, knowledge articles, and strategic documents to ensure business continuity.  

• Experience in IT enterprise procurement, asset management, and network lifecycle management practices. 

• Experience in aligning network architecture with security benchmarks. Implement data protection controls, manage virtual infrastructure, and utilize network monitoring tools for performance and security improvement. 

• Experience leading strategic growth plans of organization with new systems and appliances in infrastructure. Address resource utilization, acquisition strategies, disaster recovery, system performance, and security.  

Core Attributes  

• Respect – Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints. 

• Teamwork – Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personal objectives. 

• Flexibility – Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, and remains calm in stressful situations. 

• Communication – Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders. Is prompt in responding to questions and inquiries. 

• Initiative – Takes appropriate action without waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities. 

• Critical Thinking – Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions. 

• Time Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks, demonstrating focus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines. 

• Attention to Detail – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing tasks. 

How to Apply 

 You are required to upload your resume and a cover letter describing how you meet the desired attributes listed above.  

Please make sure the attributes and qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Following these instructions and providing this information will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process. 

We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant pool.  If interested, please apply early.  

Benefits of Joining Our Team 

• Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share); 

• Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and floating day of leave; 

• PERS retirement benefits; 

• Support with training and development; 

• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF); 

• Optional benefits include optional life, short & long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employee assistance program, and more! 

About Oregon State Treasury 

Oregon State Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs for governments, and empower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future.  

We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and 

support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, and helps us to better serve Oregonians. 

Our Values and Principles 

INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY  

Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury: https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx 

Special Information  

• Prospective employees are subject to an extensive background check that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prior employment, and professional references, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records.  Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. 

• OST does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. 

• Oregon state government provides preference in employment to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, as well as current and former servicemembers of the Oregon National Guard, in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. To receive preference you must attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources.  You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. 

• OST is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.  

• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasury at 503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources.