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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network and Telecommunications Specialist 1/2 Flex (PCN 080424) - **Company:** State of Alaska - **Location:** Juneau, AK, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $68,004.0 - $81,630.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Service, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Cisco - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dbf6fce9241ca26a ## About the Role Do you have experience in Telecommunications data network configuration?, rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.Network and Telecommunications Specialist 1Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: Configuration Management: Knowledge of the principles and methods for planning or managing the implementation, update, or integration of information systems components.Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.Network Management: Knowledge of the operation, management, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems and linked systems and peripherals.Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies system malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem.Equivalent to those typically gained by: Training in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or a similar field or experience in monitoring networks, documenting network problems, and providing technical support to network users.Network and Telecommunications Specialist 2Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: Configuration Management: Knowledge of the principles and methods for planning or managing the implementation, update, or integration of information systems components.Infrastructure Design: Knowledge of the architecture and typology of software, hardware, and networks, including LANS, WANS, and telecommunications systems, their components and associated protocols and standards, and how they operate and integrate with one another and with associated controlling software.Network Management: Knowledge of the operation, management, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems and linked systems and peripherals.Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies system malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem.Telecommunications: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of transmissions, broadcasting, switching, control, construction, or operation of telecommunications systems.Equivalent to those typically gained by: Training in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or a similar field and professional experience supporting and maintaining networks and installing routers, switches, firewalls, and network-related software.Special Note: "Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job."Training" means the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs."Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment."Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. ## Description This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.What You Will Be DoingAre you interested in supporting Alaska's technology infrastructure? As a Network and Telecommunications Specialist with the Department of Administration's Office of Information Technology, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving essential statewide communication systems.What You'll Be Doing: Designing and supporting connectivity: You will plan, implement, and maintain converged telecommunications voice and data networks that serve agencies across Alaska.Applying Cisco expertise: Your experience with Cisco networking equipment will help ensure reliable operation of routers, switches, and related systems.Maintaining network health: You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure the stability and security of the state's network.Evaluating technology: You'll assess new tools and solutions to determine what best meets, highest quality of telecommunications services, consisting of the transport network infrastructure and supporting equipment for voice, video and data connectivity for the executive branches of State of Alaska and emergency responder agencies. The Network and Telecommunication Specialist 1/2 position plays a vital role in ensuring the success of Telecommunication/Network services to provide the services to State of Alaska and we offer a diverse training platform in many areas to support of your career goals in addition to the direct training plan associated with this position for flex-promotion opportunity.The State of Alaska offers a competitive salary a solid benefit package that includes retirement plans (with employer contributions), health insurance for medical/dental/vision (with employer contributions), and group based insurance benefits such as term life, short/long-term disability, pet insurance, and much more. Click on the Benefits tab of this posting to learn more. The Working Environment You Can Expect This position can be filled in either Juneau or Anchorage, located in either the 333 Willoughby Ave, 5th floor in Juneau, or 619 E Shipcreek, Ste 230 in Anchorage. Daily work consists of planning, implement, and maintain complex converged telecommunications and central site build-outs of data, voice and video networks. On occasion those project hours take longer than a standard workweek and we offer a flextime plan as a secondary leave resource for use according to the bargaining unit contract outline. OIT also offers a hybrid telework-friendly environment. Who We Are Looking ForWe are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: Information Systems/Network Security: Knowledge of methods, tools, and procedures, including development of information security plans, to prevent information systems vulnerabilities, and provide or restore security of information systems and network servicesTeamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.Technical Documentation: Knowledge of procedures for developing technical and operational support documentation. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Fingerboard to Keyboard: Transposing One Profession to Another](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/868-fingerboard-to-keyboard-transposing-one-profession-to-another) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) ## Related Articles - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)