IT Statewide Engineer 1, 2, 3 (Edge Support B Engineer)

The Office of Technology Services aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State's investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.

The Division of Administration is the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities, including the following:

• Overseeing the state’s capital construction program
• Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
• Development of the state budget
• Providing technology services
• Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
• Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes

Five years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR

An associate's degree in information technology plus three years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in an information technology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business analytics field plus two years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR

A master’s degree plus two years of experience in information technology or administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

Lead network components of complex, collaborative projects within the assigned region focused on agency sites and multi-tenant facilities:

• Design, implement, and support advanced Layer 2/3 network solutions, with a strong focus on software-defined networking (SDN) across agency and tenant environments
• Deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise SDN platforms to enable centralized management, enhanced visibility, and dynamic policy enforcement
• Manage network access control systems, ensuring secure, role-based access, user segmentation, and device-level policy compliance
• Install and support enterprise wireless (Wi-Fi) solutions to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity aligned with OTS standards
• Integrate SDN technologies with legacy infrastructure to modernize network environments while maintaining compatibility and stability
• Serve as a technical leader by advising management, mentoring junior engineers, and promoting scalable, cost-effective network strategies
• Coordinate with cross-functional OTS teams and stakeholders to plan, execute, and deliver projects aligned with organizational goals
• Act as the primary technical liaison for agencies, managing requirements, timelines, deployments, and documentation while providing regular status updates to leadership

Lead regional troubleshooting and operational support efforts:

• Respond to and resolve network incidents and service requests across assigned regions, supporting a wide range of edge technologies
• Lead resolution of complex or escalated issues, coordinating with vendors, internal teams, and agency IT staff as needed
• Troubleshoot interoperability challenges in mixed legacy and modern network environments to minimize service disruptions
• Ensure timely service restoration and document root causes, corrective actions, and recurring issues
• Mentor junior engineers on troubleshooting techniques, diagnostic tools, and OTS operational standards

Participate in technical training and professional development:

• Maintain deep knowledge of SDN, enterprise wireless systems, access control technologies, and other emerging networking trends

• Complete approved training and certifications that support current and future responsibilities within the evolving OTS network environment

Perform other duties as assigned:

• Support special projects, strategic initiatives, and operational planning efforts as directed by OTS leadership

  
  

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions, including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments, and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing.New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.

For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
Email:Erica.Gay@la.gov