Job Description
Job description
Department Information
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of the people of California. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) within CDPH advances its vision of "Healthy Individuals and Families in Healthful Communities" through the provision of high-quality information resources and technology. The Data Center Operation Services Branch (DCOSB) provides the technological foundation that CDPH relies upon to support our mission and strategic plan implementation. DCOSB’s goal is to provide all CDPH programs with the resources and services that enable them to excel and innovate as a national leader in public health.
Job Description And Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to advance goals and inform action and accountability.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, Chief, System Architecture Services Section. The Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) supports complex enterprise network environments including, but is not limited to, firewalls, switches, load balancers, Wireless Access Points, Wireless Controllers, network access control, and network monitoring tools. The ITS II acts in a lead capacity on complex network infrastructure projects. The ITS II provides networking expertise to technical staff and consultants who manage, support, maintain, secure and optimize the CDPH network infrastructure. Administers all aspects of data center network infrastructure administration at CDPH data centers and cloud environments and collaborates with the Server Operations Services Section team for network related support for CDPH information technology (IT) Data Center Operations & Services Branch. Consults with and provides guidance to IT and program staff for all network infrastructure workloads, including technical requirements development; building and deploying network systems; monitoring, tuning and troubleshooting the network infrastructure for optimal performance; and system availability.
The ITS II will perform duties in Information Security Engineering and System Engineering domains.
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 8/2+/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-4458++
Position #(s): 580-XXXXXX
Working Title: Enterprise Network Architect
Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,374.00 - $11,220.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (+16) 445-0+83.
Department Information
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of the people of California. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) within CDPH advances its vision of "Healthy Individuals and Families in Healthful Communities" through the provision of high-quality information resources and technology. The Data Center Operation Services Branch (DCOSB) provides the technological foundation that CDPH relies upon to support our mission and strategic plan implementation. DCOSB’s goal is to provide all CDPH programs with the resources and services that enable them to excel and innovate as a national leader in public health.
Job Description And Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to advance goals and inform action and accountability.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, Chief, System Architecture Services Section. The Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) supports complex enterprise network environments including, but is not limited to, firewalls, switches, load balancers, Wireless Access Points, Wireless Controllers, network access control, and network monitoring tools. The ITS II acts in a lead capacity on complex network infrastructure projects. The ITS II provides networking expertise to technical staff and consultants who manage, support, maintain, secure and optimize the CDPH network infrastructure. Administers all aspects of data center network infrastructure administration at CDPH data centers and cloud environments and collaborates with the Server Operations Services Section team for network related support for CDPH information technology (IT) Data Center Operations & Services Branch. Consults with and provides guidance to IT and program staff for all network infrastructure workloads, including technical requirements development; building and deploying network systems; monitoring, tuning and troubleshooting the network infrastructure for optimal performance; and system availability.
The ITS II will perform duties in Information Security Engineering and System Engineering domains.
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 8/2+/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-4458++
Position #(s): 580-XXXXXX
Working Title: Enterprise Network Architect
Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,374.00 - $11,220.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (+16) 445-0+83.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II JC|4458++ position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Sacramento offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
