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HBITS-05-13135
Agency Name: DOT
Project/Program Name: DOT Traffic Safety Management Organization
Provide a brief description of the Position: Expert level Network Architect working for NYS Information Technology Services on behalf of the NYS Department of Transportation.
Provide a complete list of the day-to-day tasks to be performed by the Selected Candidate:
Architect technology solutions/systems that meet or exceed Agency business requirements aligning with NYS ITS Technical and Security Service standards and strategies.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with Network gear deployed in support of DOT Traffic Signals and Traffic Management Centers (TMCs) including performance tuning, log analysis and security.
Work with COTS Vendors and Agency business areas for gear installation, configuration, and testing. This includes pre-configuring field devices for installation by Agency business users.
Review the Network Architecture and gear currently in place and provide detailed specifications for proposed solutions and recommendation of appropriate solutions, upgrades, replacements working with ITS and Agency business teams to recommend solutions to improve it.
Provide L3 Technical support for an enterprise-level DOT Traffic Safety Management Organization and Intelligent Transportation System.
Use Agency business applications to update inventory details on field network equipment
Train field technicians on aspects of remote connectivity at a level necessary to assist field technicians effectively and remotely in installation and maintenance field systems
Adherence to ITS security and technology policies
Some off-hours work will be required
Remotely guide field technicians (business users) through installation and maintenance of field equipment
Job Title: Network Architect
Skill Level: Expert
Target Start Date : 1/2/2024
Engagement Length in Months: 30
Is this a Full or Part-Time Position : Full-Time
What are the daily work hours: M-F 7am - 3:30pm EST
Where is the physical work office located: Split time between 50 Wolf Road, 3rd floor, Albany, NY 12232 And 16 Avis Drive, Latham (NYSDOT Traffic Signal Lab)
Is telecommuting allowed for this position: Yes
If YES, note if negotiable or list the percentage allowed/number of days allowed per week: 50% Telecommuting per 2-week period is allowed (i.e., 2 days 1st week; 3 days 2nd week)
What is the format of the Candidate interview: Webcasting
If Webcasting, is Candidate required to be on camera: No
What type of software is typically used by the Agency: Cisco
What type of hardware is typically used by the Agency: Cisco, RedLion, Digi, various traffic signal support equipment
Position Mandatory Qualification: Network Architect
Position Job Title: Network Architect
Position Job Title Description : Designs and implements computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Performs network modeling, analysis, and planning.
Position Skill Level: Expert
Position Skill Level Description: 84+ months: Candidate can provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field.
List all the Position Requested Qualifications: 84 months experience with Cisco hardware and Cisco IOS software in a complex TCP/IP environment including routing, port forwarding/NAT, VPN management.
60 months experience supporting and configuring wireless network equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Ubiquiti, Aruba.
48 months experience configuring and managing network equipment using centralized management consoles (i.e., Cisco IoT Dashboard, Cisco Meraki, etc.). This includes keeping firmware up to date and standardizing device configuration.
84 months configuring and troubleshooting LAN Networking equipment in a complex networking environment of at least 1,000 remote endpoints that includes switches, routers/firewalls, and VPN devices. This includes troubleshooting issues using protocol analysis tools (i.e., Wireshark) and conducting in-depth analysis on network data captures.
84 months Analytical and Technical knowledge of DMVPN, IPSec, OSPF/BGP is required.
84 months supporting and troubleshooting 4G/5G modem technologies. Multi-vendor experience is preferred.
60 months experience working with business users to understand their business requirements and implement technical solutions to meet those requirements
Are there additional security requirements for the Authorized User: Yes
If YES, include the additional security requirements: All Consultants will sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) upon initiation of the engagement, and WILL submit to a NY State Police background check and ITS Fingerprinting Process.
Will additional training potentially be required during the Engagement: No
What type and/or manner, of knowledge transfer is requested during the Engagement: Consultant will work with state staff and transfer knowledge gained with state staff and other consultants
Is travel anticipated during the Engagement: Yes
If YES, list anticipated frequency and locations for travel: Limited travel within the Albany area.
Agency Name: DOT
Project/Program Name: DOT Traffic Safety Management Organization
Provide a brief description of the Position: Expert level Network Architect working for NYS Information Technology Services on behalf of the NYS Department of Transportation.
Provide a complete list of the day-to-day tasks to be performed by the Selected Candidate:
Architect technology solutions/systems that meet or exceed Agency business requirements aligning with NYS ITS Technical and Security Service standards and strategies.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with Network gear deployed in support of DOT Traffic Signals and Traffic Management Centers (TMCs) including performance tuning, log analysis and security.
Work with COTS Vendors and Agency business areas for gear installation, configuration, and testing. This includes pre-configuring field devices for installation by Agency business users.
Review the Network Architecture and gear currently in place and provide detailed specifications for proposed solutions and recommendation of appropriate solutions, upgrades, replacements working with ITS and Agency business teams to recommend solutions to improve it.
Provide L3 Technical support for an enterprise-level DOT Traffic Safety Management Organization and Intelligent Transportation System.
Use Agency business applications to update inventory details on field network equipment
Train field technicians on aspects of remote connectivity at a level necessary to assist field technicians effectively and remotely in installation and maintenance field systems
Adherence to ITS security and technology policies
Some off-hours work will be required
Remotely guide field technicians (business users) through installation and maintenance of field equipment
Job Title: Network Architect
Skill Level: Expert
Target Start Date : 1/2/2024
Engagement Length in Months: 30
Is this a Full or Part-Time Position : Full-Time
What are the daily work hours: M-F 7am - 3:30pm EST
Where is the physical work office located: Split time between 50 Wolf Road, 3rd floor, Albany, NY 12232 And 16 Avis Drive, Latham (NYSDOT Traffic Signal Lab)
Is telecommuting allowed for this position: Yes
If YES, note if negotiable or list the percentage allowed/number of days allowed per week: 50% Telecommuting per 2-week period is allowed (i.e., 2 days 1st week; 3 days 2nd week)
What is the format of the Candidate interview: Webcasting
If Webcasting, is Candidate required to be on camera: No
What type of software is typically used by the Agency: Cisco
What type of hardware is typically used by the Agency: Cisco, RedLion, Digi, various traffic signal support equipment
Position Mandatory Qualification: Network Architect
Position Job Title: Network Architect
Position Job Title Description : Designs and implements computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Performs network modeling, analysis, and planning.
Position Skill Level: Expert
Position Skill Level Description: 84+ months: Candidate can provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field.
List all the Position Requested Qualifications: 84 months experience with Cisco hardware and Cisco IOS software in a complex TCP/IP environment including routing, port forwarding/NAT, VPN management.
60 months experience supporting and configuring wireless network equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Ubiquiti, Aruba.
48 months experience configuring and managing network equipment using centralized management consoles (i.e., Cisco IoT Dashboard, Cisco Meraki, etc.). This includes keeping firmware up to date and standardizing device configuration.
84 months configuring and troubleshooting LAN Networking equipment in a complex networking environment of at least 1,000 remote endpoints that includes switches, routers/firewalls, and VPN devices. This includes troubleshooting issues using protocol analysis tools (i.e., Wireshark) and conducting in-depth analysis on network data captures.
84 months Analytical and Technical knowledge of DMVPN, IPSec, OSPF/BGP is required.
84 months supporting and troubleshooting 4G/5G modem technologies. Multi-vendor experience is preferred.
60 months experience working with business users to understand their business requirements and implement technical solutions to meet those requirements
Are there additional security requirements for the Authorized User: Yes
If YES, include the additional security requirements: All Consultants will sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) upon initiation of the engagement, and WILL submit to a NY State Police background check and ITS Fingerprinting Process.
Will additional training potentially be required during the Engagement: No
What type and/or manner, of knowledge transfer is requested during the Engagement: Consultant will work with state staff and transfer knowledge gained with state staff and other consultants
Is travel anticipated during the Engagement: Yes
If YES, list anticipated frequency and locations for travel: Limited travel within the Albany area.
