NYS ITS HBITS-05-13407 Expert Network Architect
Voyatek

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Full Time NYS ITS HBITS-05-13407 Expert Network Architect

Albany, NY

Outcomes. Delivered.

Voyatek, formerly GCOM Software and OnCore Consulting, delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide.

For example, our technology:

• Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program
• Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities
• Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud
• Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support
• Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers

With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy.

We're more than a technology company -- we're an outcomes company.

We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what's best for our customers and the residents they serve.

We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you've come to the right place.

Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Expert Network Architect to join our NYS Information Technology Services Team located in Albany, NY.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to:

• Conduct in-depth analysis to develop network architecture and design of State networks including IOT and wireless solutions.
• Support work activities to resolve impacted maintenance issues/incidents.
• Recommend changes to network operating practices that result in downtime and monitor equipment and applications for continued performance resolution.
• Execute test scenarios to evaluate accuracy and effectiveness of solutions to recovery and downtime issues.
• Produce reports and associated network documentation, results of testing efforts and procedures to maintenance process in assigned areas.
• Carries out all other tasks necessary in the support of management of the network and performance of duties related to the operation of the network, including but not limited to configuration, change management and problem resolution as determined by ITS.
• Dispatch to ITS locations for the replacement or repair of equipment as required.
• Coordinate and implement software code upgrades in all network equipment during appropriate maintenance window.
• Coordinate and implement the installation of new equipment and products in the network.
• Coordinate and implement the removal of network equipment being displaced or replaced.
• Participate on local, inter-organizational teams to improve network processes and to reduce customer affecting network incidents.
• Consult with appropriate engineering and operations groups and provides status updates to ensure standardization of maintenance processes.
• Develop and author standards of network services that define all aspects of the product.
• Document the standard hardware and software configurations of each product and service.
• Develop and author standard operating procedures of all network products & services for lower-level staff.

Qualifications:

84+ months: Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• 84 Months of Experience in Network Architecture designing, implementing, and supporting multivendor platforms including, but not limited to Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba and Meraki solutions.
• 84 Months of Experience with Routing, Switching, Firewalling, VPN and Wi-Fi.
• 84 Months of Experience with TCP/IP, Layer 2, 802.1Q, Layer 3, routing protocols to include OSPF & BGP, VPN, DWDM and fiber technology to include Single mode and Multimode (62.5 and 50 micron) technologies.
• 84 Months of Experience developing scalable, redundant network designs.
• 84 Months of Experience implementing QoS and traffic shaping technologies.
• Interviews will be held in person at the client site.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. This includes, but is not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and geographic location. At Voyatek, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current annual range is $61.00 to $71.00

If you think you are a good fit for us, we encourage you to apply. Check out our career website for all open positions!

Voyatek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status or domestic violence victim status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, job assignment/placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, rates of pay or other compensation, internship, and training.

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