All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.
Are you interested in making life better for Californians? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to create a meaningful impact in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has a career opportunity waiting for you! California not only needs you, it wants you as part of the growing workforce. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at the CDTFA. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility. To learn more about us, please see CDTFA Gateway to New Opportunities video
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), Technology Services Division (TSD) is seeking a highly knowledgeable and skilled Network Architect to join our fast-paced team. If you are looking for a challenging, yet rewarding next step in your career, TSD is the place for you.
In this role, the successful candidate will act as the lead Network Architect for CDTFA, including all aspects of the enterprise network. In addition, the Network Architect will provide guidance to and mentor other members of the network and information technology teams, delegate responsibilities to other Network Administrators, and monitor network performance. The ideal candidate will be an expert in networking technology, including: public cloud networking (Azure and AWS), switching, routing, firewalls, as well as networking concepts, topologies, and technologies.
At CDTFA, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. As such, we offer employees reliable income, stable benefits, work-life balance, paid holidays, advancement opportunities, and the personal fulfillment of knowing that your work is personally impacting the lives of others.
This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person at least two days per week. Beginning July 1, 2025, all employees will be required to work in-person at least four days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25.
Here is the link to the Information Technology Specialist III examination bulletin.
Here is the link to the Information Technology Specialist III (LEAP) examination bulletin.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
CDTFA appreciates and proudly celebrates diversity with an emphasis of an inclusive atmosphere in all levels of the organization. CDTFA is a participant in The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Capitol Cohort to advance racial equality and advance opportunities for all in California. Employees of different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, gender orientations and personal experiences are welcomed to contribute to the success of CDTFA.
The CDTFA was presented with the Large State Employer of the Year Award for 2018 from The Association of California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED); showcasing CDTFA’s support of employment, promotion, and fair treatment of persons with disabilities.
CDTFA values its staff and is dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility.
Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. In addition, you can look forward to:
For more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State Employees https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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