Job Description

Job Description and Duties

As an Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) in the Infrastructure Services Section, working as a Network Administrator , you will use your advanced technical expertise to help keep our network systems running at their best.  You’ll take ownership of critical projects—everything from evaluating and installing new hardware and software to configuring, testing, and maintaining network infrastructure. You’ll work with enterprise-grade tools like Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, and advanced security and remote access solutions.

The Network Administrator is who teams turn to when complex IT network challenges arise. You’ll provide hands-on support, troubleshoot issues, and make sure our Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) teams have the secure, reliable connectivity they need to succeed. From planning and building new systems to keeping operations smooth, your expertise will directly impact the success of the organization.

While duties for this position are focused in the Business Technology Management, Client Services, Software Engineering and System Engineering domains, work may be assigned in the other domains as needed. Don’t miss this great opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to one of the largest and most critical statewide IT systems.

Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Information Technology Specialist I  classification, you must take and pass the examination .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity.
• This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked.  
• The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.
• The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.

• This position may require the use of a hand-cart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/5/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of FISCal

Human Resources Office

Attn: Human Resources Office

2000 Evergreen Street

Suite 120

Sacramento , CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of FISCal

Human Resources Office

Human Resources Office

2000 Evergreen Street

Suite 120

Sacramento , CA 95815

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Please see instructions below.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website.

Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
FI$Cal Human Resources Office
(916) 576-5240
Careers@fiscal.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
FI$Cal Labor
(916) 576-5240
Labor@fiscal.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

When completing the SOQ, you must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and list the question, providing your answer below. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education and training. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font and be no more than 3 pages in length with correct grammar use, punctuation and spelling. Your SOQ must address the following:

1. Describe your experience with configuring and deploying and maintaining a firewall in a production network environment and applying industry security best practices.

2. Describe your experience with deploying switches and routers and configuring them for daily use and applying industry security best practices.

3. Describe your experience with the deployment of physical or virtual load balancers and configuring them for load balancing applications.

Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,

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