Overview
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Scope of Services:
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer to support the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS). The selected candidate will assist with planning, implementation, and maintenance of complex enterprise and cloud-based network systems.
Certifications (Required):
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
Education Requirements:
Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. (Required)
Primary Responsibilities:
Plan and forecast network resource requirements.
Design and implement secure network solutions (LAN/WAN/Cloud/VOIP).
Evaluate, integrate, and maintain networking systems including Cisco, Palo Alto, and VOIP.
Monitor network performance, tune systems, and troubleshoot issues.
Implement and manage cloud network configurations (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
Develop and maintain documentation for all network designs and updates.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
Identify risks, track vulnerabilities, and implement corrective actions.
Support and troubleshoot outages, ensuring minimal downtime.
Technical Skillset:
Strong experience with Cisco LAN and Routing, Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2013/2018.
Knowledge of DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, SSL, VPN, Routing Protocols, VOIP.
Proficient with Palo Alto, Cisco Meraki, and cloud networking tools.
Familiarity with mainframe emulation tools, PC-based software, and network diagnostic tools.
Ability to write/maintain Python scripts and technical documentation.
Experience with developing and executing network upgrade plans.
Key Soft Skills & Competencies:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Adaptability and openness to change.
Customer service orientation.
Strong leadership and team collaboration.
Experience leading design, implementation, and troubleshooting sessions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in public sector/government IT environments.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks relevant to government IT operations.
Ability to drive meetings and translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders.
Communication Proficiency:
Must demonstrate professional oral and written communication.
Ability to clearly document and present technical solutions.
Capable of building and maintaining strong customer and peer relationships.