Comptroller - Network Specialist VI (Reopen)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionApplications must be filed at:endeavor to maintain timely communication with all applicants by updating application statuses as promptly as possible. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.If you have previously applied, there is no need to reapply. Your application is still being considered for this position.Please note that this job posting can be closed without noticeand earlier than the closing date indicated in the postingif a suitable candidate is found. We encourage applicants to submit and complete the application promptly.Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for youInnovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptrollerand#8217;s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more The Comptrollerand#8217;s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texasand#8217; chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service.Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.Clickhereto see an inside look at the Texas Comptrollerand#8217;s officeABOUT THE DivisionGeneral descriptionJoin the Information Technology division as a Network Specialist Work involves the implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of the agencyand#8217;s network, a local area network or wide area network, Internet and intranet systems, and other data networks. Monitors and troubleshoots existing infrastructure. The candidate must have the ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply knowledge appropriately in a highly active environment with ever-changing circumstances. Apply today and help the Comptrollerand#8217;s office keep the Texas economy strong.Work HoursMust be able to work an eight-hour schedule between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm, 40-hour week, Monday and#8211; Friday with occasional work schedule variance when necessary. Perform on-call duty on a rotational basis and occasionally work additional hours based on business peaks. Hours may change based on business need.Teleworking may be considered if certain working conditions are met. The candidate must have permanent residency within the state of Texas and must be able to meet in office requirements, which can vary among different sections (i.e. report to office 1 day/month, 3 days/week, etc.). Travel reimbursements are not provided for teleworking.Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:and#8226; Graduation from high school or GED.and#8226; Eight (8) years of experience in supporting network infrastructures.and#8226; Five (5) years of experience in supporting advanced network infrastructuresPreferred Qualifications:and#8226; Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate or higher degree in information technology, engineering degree or related.and#8226; Data Center network infrastructureand#8226; Cloud infrastructurean #8226; Cloud network infrastructureand#8226; Cisco voice and network infrastructure systemsand#8226; Configuration and administration of routers, switches and firewallsand#8226; Virtual Private Network (IPSEC and SSL)and#8226; Maintaining and supporting Cisco managed wireless networksand#8226; Network access control and#8211; network firewalling and advanced firewall capabilitiesand#8226; Network security tools and#8211; network IPSand#8226; Web proxy implementation, administration and monitoringand#8226; Network performance monitoring and capacity managementand#8226; Administration of Windows serversand#8226; Administration of Linux serversand#8226; Engaging vendor supportSubstitutions:Applicable and current technical certificates may substitue for years of experienceand#8226; CCNA and#8211; 2 years experienceand#8226; CCNP and#8211; 4 years experienceand#8226; CCIE and#8211; 6 years experienceLicenses/Certifications (Preferred):and#8226; Cisco CCNA, CCNP and/or CCIE.and#8226; AWS Network, Cloud Security,In this role you will:and#8226; Architects modifications and enhancements to existing enterprise network to support business needs of the agencyand#8226; Installs, configures, tests, upgrades, and maintains network equipment and softwareand#8226; Analyzes existing network and system procedures for efficiency and effectivenessand#8226; Receives high level instructions for tasks and activities o Organizes instructions into details tasksand#8226; Supports and maintains monitoring solutionsand#8226; Troubleshoots existing infrastructure o Supports second level incidents o Engages vendor technical supportand#8226; Utilizes agency ticketing system to enter and track problems and work requestsand#8226; Leads and suggests new activities and directionand#8226; Research budget requirements for the agency network and voice infrastructureand#8226; Assists in defining agency disaster recovery responsibilities and proceduresand#8226; Serves as technical lead on projects as necessaryand#8226; Represents team during meetings and projectsand#8226; Works with business unitsand#8226; Architects, designs and implements new solutions o Engages vendor technical supportand#8226; Investigates, plans and designs new network solutions and features that support business needs and align with Agency architectureand#8226; Coordinates projects that cross functional agency systems, and other state entities that require planning and scheduling during the project development and implementationand#8226; Creates and maintains accurate documentationand#8226; May teach and train othersand#8226; Preforms routine changesand#8226; Receives detailed instructions for tasks and activitiesand#8226; Troubleshoot existing infrastructure o Supports first level incidentsand#8226; Performs other related duties as assignedMaximize Your EarningsAt the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offeringIf you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for youImportant Note to the Candidate:Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.MILITARY PREFERENCETo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentationto this job application.on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditorand#8217;s Office,Military Crosswa

Created: 2026-03-07