Distributed Computer Systems Specialist

DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST -

Apply for the DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST -  role at State of Florida.

Requisition No: 867384
Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
- Pay Plan:
Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $38,264.07 - $38,500.00
Posting Closing Date: 01/12/2026

• This is a technical consortium level position supporting 10 County Health Departments. The position is intended to assist the System Administrator in supporting the CHD users with hardware, software and networking functions.
• Support requires frequent travel to consortium CHDs for on‑site support. Duties include assisting DCSA with LAN and WAN support at the local and regional level.
• Perform workstation/server setup and configurations, network settings and peripheral device installation within assigned consortium CHDs.
• Monitor the use of software and hardware throughout the consortium – provides ongoing identification and resolution of user needs through on‑site, phone, and remote user support.
• Assist, coordinate, install and implement distributed computer system hardware, software, and communications components including enhancements and upgrades.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshoot methods to resolve hardware & software problems in the consortium CHDs.
• Maintain a work plan and schedule for consortium support. Generate, track and process assigned help tickets through the Help Desk Application.
• Assist in the preparation of and provide training for the proper use of computer equipment and assist in system documentation and distribution as directed by Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for securing the designated information set for confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information both confidential and public record.
• Respond to notifications of suspected or confirmed viruses and quarantine infected devices.
• Develop, maintain and ensure adherence to Department of Health and ACHD security policies, protocols and procedures as a Information Custodian.
• May be required to work extra hours or days in emergencies; extended hours support or Subject to Call may also be required.

• Knowledge of distributed processing operations, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of problem solving techniques.
• Ability to process information logically and solve problems.
• Ability to develop training programs related to distributed processing.
• Ability to monitor and resolve problems with distributed systems components.
• Ability to identify and define user task needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

• Minimum – A valid driver’s license.
• Preferred – Industry certification such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, etc.

224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville, FL 32641. Travel 50% of the time.

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.

Note:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety‑sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

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