Senior Network Engineer

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Services Division (ITSD), Network Services Manager (IT Manager I), the Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the implementation, administration, and analysis of the most complex network and cloud infrastructure and security systems within the Lottery. Serves as the department’s highest-level technical expert for enterprise-wide network systems, including on-premise, cloud-based, and hybrid infrastructure components. Leads enterprise-wide network and cloud system implementation projects and is responsible for the maintenance, operations, and configuration of physical and virtual network environments, including ensuring the availability, performance, and security of enterprise network systems in accordance with government regulations, industry standards, and service management frameworks. This includes designing and reviewing network and cloud architectures; researching emerging technologies and trends in network and cloud infrastructure; performing advanced analysis, remediation, and reporting of network and security events; and managing change and incident tickets, coordinating with vendors and cloud service providers. The duties for this position are focused in the Systems Engineering, Information Security Engineering, and IT Project Management domains.

This position requires a current Information Technology Specialist II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team

• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace

• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation

• Recognize individual and team contributions

• Support the importance of work-life balance

• Invest in the professional development of our team members

• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under “Minimum Requirements.”

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% – 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!