IT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

Main Purpose of Job

Plans, designs and develops improvements and new or advanced systems or applications across an entire area of specialization in application, communication, database or operating systems software technology; Performs in-depth analysis of various information technology alternatives to include consideration of technical matters, costs and compatibility with existing hardware or software, and prepares related narrative reports and technical documents; Develops the structure, methodology and use for major elements of an information technology discipline for use across hardware and software such as data element dictionary, operating system customization user screen definition and use, program development tools and program generators; Monitors the use of the particular information technology discipline in order to determine advances and changes necessary to achieve desired goals; Provides expert technical advice and guidance to information technology staff such as IT Programmers, Systems Analysts, Operators, Technical Support Specialists, Network Specialists, Database Specialists, vendors and supervisory personnel and to departmental management regarding future directions, customization, software or hardware enhancements and software or hardware purchase recommendations in designated area of specialization; Advises management in matters related to designated area of specialization to maintain efficient and effective information support functions by recommending solutions or alternatives to problems, new projects and changes in objectives in consideration of factors such as availability of resources, cost effectiveness and overall program policies and objectives; Analyzes, designs and models broad projects and studies requiring critical resolution of difficult information technology issues in designated area of specialization; Performs special assignments such as feasibility studies which involve long-range planning and an understanding and evaluation of diverse technical options in designated area of specialization to determine the course of current and future information technology solutions, methods and standards; Keeps abreast of the state-of-the-art in the specific information technology discipline by reviewing technical journals, attending technical classes, conferences and user groups and maintaining regular communication with hardware and software vendors;

Position Duties

Plans, designs and develops improvements and new or advanced systems or applications across an entire area of specialization in application, communication, database or operating systems software technology; Performs in-depth analysis of various information technology alternatives to include consideration of technical matters, costs and compatibility with existing hardware or software, and prepares related narrative reports and technical documents; Develops the structure, methodology and use for major elements of an information technology discipline for use across hardware and software such as data element dictionary, operating system customization user screen definition and use, program development tools and program generators; Monitors the use of the particular information technology discipline in order to determine advances and changes necessary to achieve desired goals; Provides expert technical advice and guidance to information technology staff such as IT Programmers, Systems Analysts, Operators, Technical Support Specialists, Network Specialists, Database Specialists, vendors and supervisory personnel and to departmental management regarding future directions, customization, software or hardware enhancements and software or hardware purchase recommendations in designated area of specialization; Advises management in matters related to designated area of specialization to maintain efficient and effective information support functions by recommending solutions or alternatives to problems, new projects and changes in objectives in consideration of factors such as availability of resources, cost effectiveness and overall program policies and objectives; Analyzes, designs and models broad projects and studies requiring critical resolution of difficult information technology issues in designated area of specialization; Performs special assignments such as feasibility studies which involve long-range planning and an understanding and evaluation of diverse technical options in designated area of specialization to determine the course of current and future information technology solutions, methods and standards; Keeps abreast of the state-of-the-art in the specific information technology discipline by reviewing technical journals, attending technical classes, conferences and user groups and maintaining regular communication with hardware and software vendors;

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Seven years of experience designing, developing, testing, implementing and maintaining application, communication, database or operating systems software.

Selective Qualifications

Endpoint detection and response (EDR) or endpoint protection management Frewall administration or network security Vulnerability scanning and remediation

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

Experience administering and tuning enterprise EDR or endpoint protection platforms. Experience performing vulnerability scans. Experience with firewall rule review, network segmentation, and IDS/IPS or other perimeter security technologies. Experience working with security monitoring and logging tools. Experience with Incident response or security monitoring

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Not specified

Selection Process

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Benefits

Not specified

Further Instructions

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to the State Board of Elections, 151 West St., Suite 200, Annapolis, MD 21401. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 pm on the closing date for the recruitment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-974-5126. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Chris.Lohr@Maryland.gov. MD TTY Relay Service: 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.