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The County of Los Angeles NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR II in Los Angeles, California
NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR II
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NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR II
Salary
$90,375.36 - $121,788.00 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
R2559N-R
Department
HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTYWIDE EXAMS
Opening Date
04/18/2025
Closing Date
5/2/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from everyone.
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, April 21, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. through Friday, May 2, 2025 before 5:00 p.m. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER
R2559N-R
Who are we looking for?
County of Los Angeles is recruiting for highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Network Systems Administrator II. We invite you to explore the possibility of joining a team who will turn challenges into opportunities and share the future of public sector IT!
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
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Essential Job Functions
Performs network administration functions such as assisting in designing, configuring, deploying, testing, repairing and maintaining hardware/software/firmware upgrade.
Performs the deployment of hardware, firmware and software upgrades for network appliances, gateways, and associated telecommunication devices.
Configures and supports network devices such as Layer 2 and 3 configurations, Voice Gateways, wireless access points and controllers.
Performs system administration functions such as assists designing and implementing enterprise infrastructure which encompasses hardware, servers and virtual systems.
Performs the deployment of hardware and software upgrades for servers and storage (e.g., Blade Systems, Server Virtualization, Active Directory, clustering, VoIP (Voice over IP), storage solutions, video conferencing systems).
Performs network security solutions (e.g., system network access control lists and host/network intrusion prevention systems) along with policy elements (e.g., end user roles and groups, trust relationships, access rights, directories, virus protection, security patch management, firewalls and software deployment).
Performs various task related to enterprise cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., malware, viruses, spyware, adware, trojan horses, worms, phishing, spear phishing).
Provides support for information enterprise cybersecurity breaches (e.g., internal/external violations/threats, hacker attacks, viruses and system access).
Analyzes network performance, throughput and bandwidth optimization requirements to solve system configuration and performance issues.
Identifies and recommends appropriate network device changes.
Implements and configures system thresholds, performs network tests, queries as needed in response to alerts.
Performs critical data and configuration backup, database backup, system recovery, and/or participates in activities pertaining to business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Assists in performing site assessment including cabling, rack elevations, electrical, HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning), and peripherals.
Assists in performing video and web teleconferencing solutions.
Participates in the analysis, evaluation, and risk assessment tasks required for implementation of new applications, and system changes (e.g., vendor provided patches, service packs, network products, devices and network management solutions).
Maintains network standard operating procedures, logs, and files.
Documents and tracks network assets (e.g., virtual servers, software subscriptions, network endpoints, mobile device manager) including purchasing, receiving, deployment, decommissioning, and disposal.
For more information, please view the classification specification: Network Systems Administrator II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1064647?keywords=2559&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Option I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field -AND- two (2) years of full-time experience in a centralized Information Technology organization** within the last five (5) years in LAN design, configuration or administration.
Option II : Three (3) years full-time experience in a centralized Information Technology organization** within the last five (5) years in LAN design, configuration or administration.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institutionwithin seven (7) calendar days from the last the day of filing. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
** A centralized Information Technology organization, which is under the direction or guidance of the Chief Information Technology official for the department or major organizational unit, is responsible for providing comprehensive IT services including analysis, design, acquisition, and/or development, implementation, maintenance, or support of information systems; and in which the work performed is in direct relationship to the IT requirements and initiatives of the department or major organizational unit.
Withhold Information
No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.
Endorsement of County Qualifications
If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification withinseven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.
Additional Information
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we verify that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take the assessment of the proficiencies required for this job , this examination will consist of:
Part I : An online multiple-choice test , weighted 40% , measuring:
Deductive Reasoning
Professional Potential
Achievement
Working Relationships
Analyzing Information
Learning Quickly
Generating New Ideas
Using Time Efficiently
Working to High Quality Standards
Adapting to Change
Coping with Uncertainty
Willingness to Learn
Responsibility
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I in order to be invited to Part II of the examination.
Part II : Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments,weighted 60%, measuring:
Networking and Implementation: Knowledge of networking devices, protocols, reference models, routing, and implementation of networks.
Server Administration: Knowledge of Disaster Recovery, hardware, management process, network addressing and routing, optimization, security, storage, and users and resources.
IP Routing and Switching: Knowledge of advanced routing topics, IP addressing, IP multicast, IP routing protocols, andlayer 2 switching.
Cloud Computing: Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, cloud service models, virtualization, and private clouds.
Applicants must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
Transfer of Test Components
If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam. Applicants concurrently applying to Network Systems Administrator I (R2558J-R) and Senior Network Systems Administrator (R2560M-R) will take the identical test parts once.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
Various information can be found on our website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
Eligibility and Vacancy Information:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.
Application and Filing Information:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
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New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. Any additional documents,IF ANY, must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from last day of filing.
Note: If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to vcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov. Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email.
IIf you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or submit it as soon as possible to ensure prompt processing. You can email the document tovcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov.
Federal law requires that all employed people have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Testing accommodation:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note that you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us:
Exam Number: R2559N-R
Department Contact Name: Virna-liza Cudiamat
Department Contact Email: vcudiamat @hr.lacounty.gov
Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3376
Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: ( 800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Revised January 2025
For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Los Angeles County offers a variety of job opportunities that may include one of the following work models. From the options below, please select all work model(s) that you are willing to accept as part of your condition of employment.
Please note: This information may be utilized by hiring managers to match you with positions that fit your preferred work model(s). However, since schedules are subject to change based on departmental operational needs, your response to this question does not guarantee that your preference(s) will be accommodated -OR- that based on your preference(s), you will be guaranteed an offer of employment.
Full-time Telework/Remote: Working entirely from home or another remote location, with no in-office presence required.
Hybrid: A combination of remote work and in-office presence, allowing flexibility between both environments.
Full-time In-Person: Working on-site at the office full-time, with all responsibilities carried out in-person.
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The following question is optional. Your response will be used to solely understand current trends in work schedule preferences and will not negatively affect your eligibility or competitiveness for this position.
If you selected Hybrid in the previous question, please indicate how many days per week you would prefer to work in-person at the office:
1 day per week
2 days per week
3 days per week
4 days per week
5 days per week (equivalent to full-time in-person)
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Do you possess aBachelor's degree or higherfrom an accredited college or university?NOTE:We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
Yes, and I have attached proof of my bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university to my online application.
Yes, and I will email proof of my bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university to vcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing.
No, I do not possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.
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What is your primary course of study/major of the degree(s) as written on your diploma, official transcript or verification letter from the Registrar's Office? Check all that apply:
Computer Science
Software Engineering
Information Technology (IT)
Cybersecurity
Data Science
Computer Engineering
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Game Development
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
Networking
Database Systems
Bioinformatics
Information Systems
Computer Graphics
Other closely related field.
None of the above.
I do not possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.
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If you selectedOther closely related fieldforQuestion #4, please write the primary course of study/major of the degree(s) as written on your diploma, official Indicaten/aif you do not possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field transcript or verification letter from the Registrar's Office.
Indicaten/aif you do not possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.
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To verify your academic standing, you need to submit one of the following proof of degree: a copy of the diploma, a copy of the official transcript or a copy of a verification letter from the school's Registrar's Office. You must submit the proof of degree with your application or within 7 (seven) calendar days from the last day of filing to vcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov.
The documents should be in the following file format:Adobe Acrobat, JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF and TIFF.It must beless than 5.0 MBper document.
I possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field AND I understand the above information and instructions.
I do not possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.
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How many years of full-time experience,within the last five (5) years, do you have in a centralized Information Technology organization* in LAN design, configuration or administration? *Centralized IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization's Chief IT official.
Less than 1 year.
1 year to less than 2 years.
2 years to less than 3 years.
3 years or more.
I do not have the above experience.
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ForQuestion #9, if you indicated that you have full-time experience,within the last five (5) years, in a centralized Information Technology organization* in LAN design, configuration or administration,indicate the types of services you provided. *Centralized IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization's Chief IT official. Check all that apply.
Analysis
Design
Acquisition
Development
Implementation
Maintenance
Support of information systems
None of the above.
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ForQuestion #9, if you indicated that you have full-time experience,within the last five (5) years, in a centralized Information Technology organization* in LAN design, configuration or administration,did the IT Department(s)/Division(s)/Unit(s) you worked for have a Chief IT official? *Centralized IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization's Chief IT official.
Yes
No
Does not apply.
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ForQuestion #9, if you indicated that you have full-time experience,within the last five (5) years, in a centralized Information Technology organization* in LAN design, configuration or administration,indicate the LAN function experience. *Centralized IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization's Chief IT official. Check all that apply.
LAN Design
LAN Configuration
LAN Administration
I do not have the above experience.
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If you indicated that you have full-time experience,within the last five (5) years, in a centralized Information Technology organization in LAN design, configuration or administration, youMUSTprovideALLof the following:
Position/Title:
Employer:
Employer Website Address:
IT Department/Division/Unit:
Name and Title of Supervisor:
Number of Hours Worked Per Week:
Date(s) of Employment related to the above experience:FROM (mm/dd/yr) - TO (mm/dd/yr)
If you do not have any experience in this area, please type"DOES NOT APPLY."Failure to provideALLthe requested information above may result in disqualification of your application.
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Optional Questions:The following questions are included for data collection purposes only. You may choose to skip these questions and continue with your application process. Your responses will solely be used to understand current trends in work schedule preferences and willnotbe shared with hiring managers.
If all the following options were available to you at the time of hire, which one would you be most likely to accept?
Fully remote (telework): Working 100% off-site, with no required office presence
Hybrid: Splitting time between remote work and on-site work
Fully in-person: Working on-site 100% of the time
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If you are willing to accept ahybrid work schedule(combination of remote and in-office work), how many days per week would you prefer to work in-person at the office?
1 day per week
2 days per week
3 days per week
4 days per week
I do not prefer a hybrid work schedule.
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Although the number of required in-person days will be different for each job, if you were required to work an average of 3 in-person days per week, what is the maximum one-way distance you would be willing to commute to the office?
Fewer than 20 miles
20 – 39 miles
40 – 59 miles
60 – 79 miles
80 or more miles
I am not willing to commute to the office under this schedule
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If you are currently working full time, how many days per week do you telework (i.e., work remotely) in your current job?
5 days per week
4 days per week
3 days per week
2 days per week
1 day per week
I do not telework at my current job
Required Question
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Address
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Website
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