Working Title: Network Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 86924
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/18/2025
Closing Date : 06/24/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit : MNIT Network and Communications Division
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.89 - $54.06 / hourly; $68,674 - $112,877 / annually
Job Class Option : Network
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Services team, which delivers a full suite of services to state agencies, boards, councils, and commissions, and many central services to local government partners.
*Minnesota IT Services may be filling two (2) Network Analyst positions from this one posting. All applicants will be considered for both vacancies.
We are seeking a skilled Network Analyst to join our team, responsible for supporting, implementing, and maintaining our Wide Area Network (WAN), Local Area Network (LAN), and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) infrastructure. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the seamless operation and support of MNIT and customer infrastructures connecting to MNET wide area network services. You will independently manage tasks related to problem service restoration, network design, documentation, and configuration efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to a dynamic network environment and ensure the reliability and efficiency of our network services.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 600 N. Robert St, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location .
Telework for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis.
Candidates residing within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing 50 miles or more in Minnesota from the work address listed above may be eligible to telework more than 50%. Finalist requires an additional review prior to telework approval.
Candidates residing 50 miles or more from the work address in a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are not eligible to be hired, unless planning to relocate within 50 miles of the work location in Minnesota or more than 50 miles in Minnesota.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
This position requires a minimum of three (3) years of IT related experience performing wide area networking design, automation, and management.
Experience must include:
BGP, MPLS, OSPF, TCP/IP network protocols, functions, and operations, with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting router/switch networks, particularly Cisco products.
Analyzing and diagnosing network problems using network test equipment such as Sniffers and protocol analyzers.
WAN/LAN/WLAN protocols and software, along with WAN/LAN/WLAN troubleshooting processes.
Network performance monitoring systems and managing network equipment, including routers, gateways, and switches.
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years experience in BGP & MPLS networks, with the ability to implement and troubleshoot complex network configurations.
Service Provider Networking, SDWAN and cloud networking for Azure, Oracle, and AWS
Experience with network management systems such as Cisco Catalyst Center and other SNMP-based systems.
Understanding of network operations and performance monitoring systems.
Experience with data communication protocols and network equipment.
Familiarity with fiber optic transport systems such as DWDM.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
CJIS Background Check
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
