Job Description
Are you a skilled IT professional looking to make a tangible impact in your community? The City of Tampa is seeking a dedicated Senior Information Technology Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our digital infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations for thousands of citizens and employees. We offer a competitive benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and the opportunity to serve the public good.
Why Join Us?
At the City of Tampa, we value innovation, integrity, and service. As a member of our IT team, you will:
- Work with cutting-edge technology in a mission-critical environment.
- Enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Benefit from a generous retirement plan and paid time off.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network infrastructure.
- Manage and maintain local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and upgrade IT systems and security protocols.
- Conduct regular system audits, security assessments, and preventative maintenance.
- Train staff on new technologies, software applications, and best practices.
- Respond to and resolve complex IT incidents and service requests with minimal downtime.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in IT support, systems administration, or network engineering.
- CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), and cloud services (Azure/AWS).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical users.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced government environment.