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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Network Specialist - ITS4 - **Company:** State of Minnesota - **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $78,458.0 - $129,397.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Multi-protocol Systems, Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Sniffers, TCP/IP, Unified Computing, Enterprise Data Management, Network Routers, Load Balancing, Nx-os, Data Center Networking, Information Technology, Cisco - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=14207343115bb853 ## About the Role To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here: Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience in network hardware and software technology. Experience must include: * Routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and MPLS network protocols. * TCP/IP and an expert understanding of network, addressing standards and administration. * Expert level of Ethernet to 10-Gig Ethernet experience. * Ability to perform advanced technical problem analysis and troubleshooting within a router/switch infrastructure. * Expert level of knowledge with LANs, LAN protocols, and software * Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding. * Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences. Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months. **This position requires a driver's license for travel to between agency and field locations., * Expert knowledge of network test equipment, including Sniffers, BERT test sets, and other protocol analyzers. * Knowledge of Network Quality of Service (QOS) techniques and network Management systems. * Cisco Data Center Unified Computing Design and/or Support Specialist certification., * Proven leadership, organizational and problem solving skills, with experience directing the efforts of network administrators and technical support staff. * Strong analytical, oral and written communications, problem solving, and human relations skills. * Experience with Cisco Nexus series switches and operating system (NX-OS). * Experience with F5 Load Balancers and/or Software Defined Networking solutions. ## Description As a Data Center Network Specialist with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), you will support the Enterprise Data Center (EDC) by managing MNIT's data center network infrastructure to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and reliability. In this role, you will provide direction, analysis, and technical support for EDC network and load-balancing services, assisting all EDC customers with their operational needs. You will directly implement network infrastructure enhancements, changes, and new installations, ensuring they align with enterprise architecture and meet performance requirements. Additionally, you will support MNIT Enterprise Services and end users by identifying, specifying, and procuring the appropriate network hardware and software required to maintain a dependable and scalable data center environment. This position is telework eligible for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles of less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework. Telework arrangements and policy updates may be adjusted based on business needs., It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required check prior to employment which may consist of the following: * SEMA4 Records Checks (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, * A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance * Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues * Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care ## 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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam)