Senior Network Analyst

City of Reno•City of Reno, NV

About The Position

This is an internal recruitment only for current qualified classified City of Reno Employees. The ideal candidate in this position will enjoy designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise technology solutions that support City operations and public services. This position provides advanced technical expertise in the administration of the City's network infrastructure, security systems, and communications technologies while participating in projects that evaluate, implement, and improve the City's technology environment. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, collaborating with departments to identify technology needs, and leading infrastructure projects from planning through implementation. The selected individual will help ensure the City's technology systems remain secure, reliable, and responsive to the needs of employees and the community. We currently have one vacancy in the Department of Information Technology in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur. This is an internal recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
Each full year of work experience in network operating systems beyond the two year requirement will be substituted for one year of the required education (30 semester or 45 quarter hour credits).
Two years of increasingly responsible experience in network operating systems at a level comparable to a Network Analyst with the City of Reno.
Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Upgrade network desktop based systems and correct errors to maintain network and desktop after implementation.
Install software packages; replace defective or inadequate software packages.
Configure and manage all network equipment and settings, including switches, routers, wireless WAN equipment, and VoIP equipment.
Administer all network security, including firewalls and antivirus programs.
Respond to client inquiries concerning systems operation; diagnose system hardware, software and operator problems.
Maintain contact with vendors and contractors to secure network products and services
Instruct users in the proper use of equipment and software.
Recommend or perform remedial actions to correct problems.
Coordinate activities with help desk, network services or other information systems groups.
Provide top level support for all computer and network systems.
Perform related duties as required.