INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

State of California • Sacramento, CA

38d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager I, Information Technology Division, Infrastructure Unit, the Information Technology Specialist I is responsible for configuring and supporting servers, storage systems and collaboration solutions for the Infrastructure Unit.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or experience in Networking Administration, specifically in operating Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN) and Wireless Networks
• Knowledge of or experience in Server Administration, specifically Windows Operating Systems
• Proficient knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Security Administration, specifically working with security tools, vulnerability management, patching, firewall technologies or DevSecOps collaboration or implementation
• Knowledge of or experience in Storage Administration, specifically with Storage Area Network (SAN) administration or management
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft On-Premise and Cloud Backend Services (e.g. Azure, Active Directory, Exchange Online, DNS, DHCP)
• Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced, technical environment
• Ability to seek out independent resources of technical information to apply to on-the-job problems
• Strong decision-making skills concerning IT policies, processes and procedures

Responsibilities

• Configuring servers
• Supporting servers
• Configuring storage systems
• Supporting storage systems
• Configuring collaboration solutions
• Supporting collaboration solutions

Benefits

• Career Development: CalHR provides continuous learning and training opportunities to support personal and professional growth, including two Professional Development Days per fiscal year.
• Location: CalHR is centrally located near the Ice Blocks in downtown Sacramento, with many dining and shopping options nearby.
• Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees