IT Network & Telecommunications - Journey | Project

Salary : $90,090.00 - $121,186.00 Annually
Location : King County - Seattle - Belltown, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26DOT-HQ-0P438
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Headquarters
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The Opportunity

WSDOT's Technology Services Division (TSD) is seeking a journey-level Network and Telecommunications IT professional to join the team supporting Washington State Ferries' (WSF) maritime technology environment and Maritime Cybersecurity Program. This position will design, deploy, administer, and maintain secure, reliable, and resilient network and telecommunications infrastructure supporting ferry operations, capital projects, cybersecurity initiatives, and ongoing modernization efforts. Working across vessels, terminals, maintenance facilities, and administrative locations, this position will collaborate with other IT professionals, Port and Project Engineers, Staff Chief Engineers, application teams, vendors, and operational stakeholders to implement technology solutions, resolve complex technical issues, and support infrastructure throughout its operational lifecycle. A strong candidate will bring technical proficiency, analytical and troubleshooting skills, adaptability, and a commitment to collaboration, shared knowledge, and reliable technology services.
What to Expect

WSF provides transportation services across two countries and multiple counties throughout the Puget Sound region and San Juan Islands. Within TSD, the WSF team supports the technology systems and services used by more than 2,000 employees across vessels, terminals, maintenance facilities, shipyards, and administrative locations.
This role combines remote network administration with equipment installation and troubleshooting in the field. Work requires coordination with vessel crews, terminal staff, engineering teams, vendors, and other IT professionals to support geographically distributed operations with varying connectivity, access requirements, and maintenance windows.
Responsibilities of the journey level IT Network and Telecommunications professional include:

• Plan, configure, install, test, and commission network and telecommunications infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless networks, and WAN connections using cellular, satellite, and wired services.
• Improve vessel and shoreside connectivity through redundant connections, failover, and ongoing evaluation of service reliability and performance.
• Configure network connectivity and segmentation for maritime operational technology (OT), vessel and terminal modernization projects, and cybersecurity initiatives in coordination with engineering staff, system owners, asset operators, and vendors.
• Perform technical analysis, integrate systems, validate solutions, and coordinate deployment into production.
• Develop migration plans, rollback procedures, and technical documentation. Coordinate changes to minimize disruption to ferry operations.
• Install, relocate, replace, and connect network and telecommunications equipment and associated data cabling. Coordinate specialized installation work with appropriate engineering staff or contractors.
• Administer network, telecommunications, network security, and supporting infrastructure technologies across vessels, terminals, maintenance facilities, and administrative locations.
• Maintain configurations and backups, apply software and firmware upgrades, perform preventive maintenance, and replace equipment throughout its lifecycle.
• Monitor network availability and performance, troubleshoot service interruptions, and identify root causes to reduce recurring problems.
• Maintain network diagrams, configuration records, and support procedures. Share knowledge and provide training to teammates to improve coverage and continuity of operations.
• Respond to incidents, service requests, and emergent needs; document troubleshooting and resolution activities in the agency's ticketing system; and balance operational support with planned project work.
• Track and assess network infrastructure vulnerabilities, prioritize mitigation based on risk and operational impact, coordinate remediation through patching, configuration changes, or other security controls, and verify and document resolution.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience configuring, administering, and maintaining enterprise networks, including TCP/IP, switching, routing, VLANs, firewalls, wireless networking, VPNs, and WAN connectivity.
• Network Security & Technology Operations: Demonstrated ability to apply network security principles, manage configurations, assess and mitigate vulnerabilities, and follow change management processes to maintain secure and reliable services.
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues, identify root causes, assess operational impacts, and develop practical solutions that support cybersecurity, reliability, and business continuity.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose and resolve network and connectivity issues using structured troubleshooting methods and diagnostic tools. Recognizes when to escalate and coordinates with teammates, vendors, and service providers to restore service.
• Planning & Organization: Demonstrated ability to prioritize operational support, maintenance, and project assignments while adapting to changing needs and meeting established deadlines.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to explain technical information clearly to technical and operational audiences and maintain accurate network diagrams, configuration records, and support procedures.
• Collaboration & Customer Focus: Demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships, provide responsive customer service, and work across teams. Shares knowledge and supports training and coverage within the team.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Demonstrated ability to adjust to changing technologies, operational priorities, and incidents while maintaining composure and sound judgment.
• Growth Mindset & Service-Oriented: Demonstrated commitment to continued learning, applying feedback, and taking action to meet the needs of others.

The following qualifications are also required:

• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state vehicles.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within the first six months of employment.
• Ability to travel to vessels, terminals, maintenance facilities, and shipyards and perform work on site as required.
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Industry Certifications: Relevant industry certifications in networking, telecommunications, infrastructure, cloud technologies, or cybersecurity.
• Distributed Networks & Connectivity: Experience supporting networks across multiple locations, including cellular or satellite connectivity, redundant connections, failover, and network monitoring.
• Cybersecurity Frameworks: Experience applying the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST Special Publications, CIS Controls, or equivalent standards to network or infrastructure operations.
• Mission Critical Environments: Experience supporting maritime, transportation, industrial, operational technology (OT), or other environments where service availability is essential to operations.
• Cybersecurity Technologies: Experience supporting network segmentation, secure remote access, centralized logging, vulnerability management, or other network security controls.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This is a full-time project position expected to continue through June 30, 2028.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid work options. On-site work and travel to vessels, terminals, maintenance facilities, and shipyards are required based on operational and project needs.

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-0P438 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offe