DescriptionSt. Louis County Government's Department of Information Technology seeks to hire for the position of Network Analyst. This individual will support information technology (IT) network, telephony, security directives, and other applicable laws and regulations by addressing complex issues.Addressing complex issues distinguishes this job class from IT37-Associate Security / Network Analyst.The starting salary range for this position is between $33.17 - $39.80 hourly, depending upon the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: . St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit: .Examples of Duties
Perform identification, remediation, and documentation of network systems
Perform detailed analysis of computer network systems to determine current impacts and assist County IT team to coordinate remediation actions.
Proactively research and monitor networking resources-related information sources to aid in the identification of better communication throughout the County
Support implementation and design of local and wide area network infrastructure and application components, including management of telephony infrastructure.
Perform network monitoring/management, real-time support and incident release.
Evaluate gaps in networking systems and identify solutions to mitigate risk, including business processes, technical controls, or policy improvements.
Build collaborative internal relationships with program and project teams, as well as external relationships with customers, regulatory bodies, other agencies and business partners.
Collaborate with partners and vendors to develop and implement innovative strategies for the County
Assist, support and deploy networking systems, with vendors, internal and external users and other resources to assess and develop technical network solutions.
Maintain current knowledge of best practices, standards, trends and developments in the security and network analyst field.
Innovate and automate reporting and other requirements.
Assist in the documentation of all network resources throughout the County
Good customer service approach and follow up
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum QualificationsEquivalent to an Associate's Degree in an Information Technology (IT) disciplineAt least two years of relevant experiencePreference may be given to applicants who have the following qualifications:
Experience with routers, routing, switches, IP, command line programming, network connections, cables
Additional InformationSELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at . We only accept on-line applications.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429 Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax: (314) 615-7703St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.Please click to view all of our benefits.
