The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in Computer Science or related field

• 5 years’ experience in network administration, configuring network switching equipment, server operating systems, VMWare and Storage area network technologies (SAN)

• Experience in/Certifications: Alcatel Enterprise, CWNP, Aruba ACMP, Palo Alto ACE, MCSA/MCSE, and/or CISSP
• Advanced understanding of network fundamentals and security, including experience with managed wireless networks, firewalls, routing, DNS and DHCP
• Experience in an Active Directory/LDAP environment
• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems involving multiple systems (networking equipment, mobile devices, OS X, Windows Server, Windows 7, Windows 10)
• Experience managing and deploying a Virtual Server environments (cloud and on site)
• Experience implementing and maintaining network security
• Experience integrating voice services, directory services, network services, audio visual, email, etc. into a converged telecommunications infrastructure
• In depth understanding and experience with WAN technologies
• Experience with PCI environments and compliance
• Strong technical presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to transport equipment

SALARY RANGE: $80,000 TO $100,000 ANNUALLY

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole

IN ADDITION TO THE DUTIES MENTIONED ABOVE, THE INDIVIDUAL IN THIS POSITION:

• Configures, administers, and maintains the network, including all network hardware, software, wireless systems, and Internet connections
• Defines network policies and procedure
• Collaborates with the Systems Administrators to integrate the district’s network and Active Directory domain and applications.
• Assesses network security and performance on an ongoing basis and makes adaptations as needed.
• Ensures the security of the town and district’s network.
• Develops and implements a plan to mitigate the impact of network equipment failure.
• Provides the CIO, Director of IT Operations and Service Desk Manager with timely updates on issues impacting the availability of critical network systems.
• Ensures that network issues are resolved in a timely fashion.
• Maintains confidentiality in regards to data stored, processed, or accessed by the network.
• Communicates with and manages vendors as needed.
• Assists the Director of Operation and Support in preparing the network portion of the technology roadmap and department’s capital and operations budgets.
• Provides networking support to end-users and basic network support training to technology staff.
• Maintains an inventory of networking equipment, thoroughly documents the network topology, and maintains a change log for the network.
• Performs maintenance, support, and other responsibilities during evenings and weekends
• as required.
• Tracks network performance using current monitoring tools.
• Communicates relevant network activities to staff and teams affected by changes or problems with the voice and data networks
• Interfaces with vendors for product information, maintenance, billing, contract issues, and the timely resolution of escalated problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.