Lead Network Engineer

Become a part of Covered California’s Information Technology Division! Your Opportunity: Join the Covered California team!The purpose of the Network Operations team is to continuously improve our network infrastructure that seamlessly connects people, devices, data, enabling innovation and driving digital transformation across our organization. The team provides a reliable and resilient network infrastructure that meets the needs of our customers and consumers. At Covered California, we recognize our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a variety of career fields that help make a difference in the lives of Californians, and we’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Learn more about why you should join the Information Technology Division. Salary:$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 per MonthApplication Deadline: 10/27/2026 @ 11:59 pm PSTRequired Documents: Application and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Qualifications We’re Looking For:Ability to prepare, review, evaluate and edit technical and professional documents.Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with diverse individuals, organizations, state agencies, local governments, contractors, customers, and colleagues.Experience prioritizing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and documenting project status.Experience supporting diverse stakeholders in a professional or public-service environment.Expert-level experience with SASE, SD-WAN, enterprise networking and security products, firewall technologies, and Prisma Access VPNs.Extensive experience with networking and cybersecurity in distributed field, hybrid cloud, and on-premises environments, including Azure, Microsoft 365, and cloud-based remote access.Ability to manage vendor relationships throughout the lifecycle, including procurement, performance monitoring, risk management, issue resolution, renewals, and closeout.At least three years of experience with Cisco networking equipment, Palo Alto Networks firewalls, enterprise networks and data centers, firewall rules and policies, VPN configuration, firewall upgrades, IT hazard prevention, threat mitigation, and standard IT audits.Experience managing enterprise-level IT projects.PCNSE, Cisco CCNA, or higher certification preferred. Minimum Qualifications for Information Technology Specialist II:Information Technology Specialist II – https://eservices.calhr.ca.gov/enterprisehrblazorpublic/Public/ClassSpec/ClassSpecDetail/1414 Employee Benefits:Covered California provides incredible benefits for our employees, including healthcare, retirement and savings, work-life services, leave benefits, and work-life balance. To learn more, visit https://hbex.coveredca.com/careers/benefits/. Note:To apply to this position, review this advertisement and complete your application via CalCareers at: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=535845Please send any questions regarding the application process and/or position to Careers@covered.ca.gov.New to state civil service employees are typically hired at the minimum of the salary range.