Job Details

Benefits

• No Nevada state income tax — Did you know that Nevada is one of the states in the US that does not have a state income tax? This is a significant advantage for residents and workers in Nevada.
• Retirement

  Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System (PERS), 36.75% employer-paid. Employees do not contribute to FICA and the County contributes 100% to the retirement account.

  
  

• Vacation

  Accrued at 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increases with years of service).

  
  

• Sick Leave

  Earned at 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.

  
  

• Holidays

  12 paid holidays per year.

  
  

• Health Insurance

  Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee in various statuses.

  
  

• Deferred Compensation

  Voluntary program

  
  

• Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work Environment

  Stable, friendly/family environment with training/educational programs and opportunities for career advancement.

  
  

• Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace.

General

Collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce policies and procedures that enhance overall system security. Contribute expertise to strategic planning, capacity management, and IT initiatives to support organizational goals; perform related work as apparent or assigned.

Systems

Responsible for managing and overseeing systems, applications and related security operations. Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems to ensure security and reliability. Provide project leadership, ensuring IT resources are maintained with integrity and efficiency. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement upgrades and patches to safeguard against vulnerabilities.

Network

Perform professional management of network data, voice, infrastructure and related security operations; design, implement, and maintain systems to ensure resources are maintained with integrity and efficiency; monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and safeguard against vulnerabilities.

Supervision Exercised

None

Responsibilities

1. Assist management with technology planning, evaluate new technology; assist in acquisition and recommend system modifications for improvement.
2. Pull and terminate network cables, punch down cables into patch panels, ensure proper alignment and strong connections. Test installations with cable testers and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
3. Implements and enforces security policies and procedures, manages access controls and conducts security audits.
4. Maintain detailed documentation of systems, functions, dependencies and software configurations; document changes.
5. Mentor team members to promote skill development and continuous improvement.
6. Collaborate with other departments to integrate IT solutions, support new technology implementations, and ensure seamless connectivity.
7. Ensure work complies with applicable laws, regulations, policies, requirements and best practices.
8. Plan and execute upgrades, patches, and regular maintenance to keep systems and infrastructure secure and up-to-date.
9. Represent the County with professionalism and cooperate with staff and the public.
10. Contribute to team or work unit goals and activities.

Network

1. Manage, configure, and monitor the organization's network systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection, and secure gateways to protect data and assets.
2. Design, configure, deploy, and manage wired and wireless network infrastructure for reliable data connectivity.
3. Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues, outages and performance problems; perform root-cause analysis and implement fixes.
4. Manage user access and permissions; configure wireless access points, VLANs, subnets and network policies to control access.
5. Install, program, and maintain software for security systems including cameras, alarms, intercoms and door access controls.

Systems

1. Administer, configure, and monitor security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection and response, VPNs, access controls, and endpoint security solutions to safeguard data and assets.
2. Design, configure, deploy, and manage systems and applications for reliable operations for internal departments, external partners, and remote users.
3. Continuously monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks or security issues, and resolve them.
4. Diagnose and resolve software and application issues, outages and performance problems with root-cause analysis.
5. Oversee identity management, user access and permissions; ensure proper configuration to regulate access.
6. Administer issuance, renewal, and revocation of digital certificates for secure encryption and authentication.
7. Install, program, maintain and troubleshoot on-premise and cloud systems to provide applications and services.
8. Provide hands-on technical support for system-related concerns and resolve issues related to systems and software solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field and three (3) years of experience in enterprise network architecture, strategic planning, project management, cybersecurity; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Certifications

• None

Working Conditions

The following are representative of the physical demands and environmental exposures required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; frequent up to 25 pounds; occasional up to 100 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and frequent sitting, speaking, listening, using hands, reaching; occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling or crawling; potential for exposure to moving parts, fumes or airborne particles, and electrical hazards.
• Close vision, depth perception, color perception, and peripheral vision; vocal communication for conveying instructions; hearing for reception of information.
• Reading and writing, data analysis, use of measuring devices, installation/completion tasks, and observation of surroundings.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy office environment.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical hazards.

Acknowledgements

1. Continued employment is contingent upon licenses and certificates being maintained in active status.
2. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide information from Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Candidates must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 and provide required documents before starting employment.
4. The job description reflects the general nature of the work and duties may be performed as required; other duties may be assigned.