OPS Systems Programming Consultant - 71900402

Requisition No: 871720 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: OPS Systems Programming Consultant - 71900402

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 71900402 

Salary:  $30.70/hour 

Posting Closing Date: 03/22/2026 

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OPS SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT

CYBER CRIME, TECHNOLOGY & TELECOMMUNICATIONS

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES, CYBER CRIMES & TECHNOLOGY

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cyber Division is seeking a technically capable OPS System Programming Consultant to support statewide cyber investigative operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining and supporting investigative technology platforms used by law enforcement agencies across Florida.

The primary responsibility of this role is the administration and operational management of the agency’s Cellebrite Pathfinder digital evidence analysis platform.

In addition to managing the Pathfinder environment, this position provides technical support to Regional Internet Crimes Against Children Investigative squads statewide, assists with investigative database administration, and supports cybersecurity monitoring activities that help ensure investigative systems remain secure and operational.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Administrating and maintaining the Cellebrite Pathfinder digital evidence analysis platform, including system configuration, storage management, performance tuning, and system reliability;
•  Supporting the underlying investigative infrastructure associated with Pathfinder, including servers, networking, storage systems, and security controls;
•  Providing technical support to Regional ICAC squads statewide, assisting with desktop, application, and network-related issues affecting investigative technology platforms;
•  Assisting with the administration and maintenance of law enforcement intelligence and investigative databases maintained by the Cyber Division;
•  Developing, installing, maintaining, and planning network operating system environments used to support cyber investigative infrastructure;
•  Providing technical consulting and guidance related to investigative technology systems used in criminal investigations;
•  Assisting with the implementation, deployment, and tuning of commercial and open-source cybersecurity tools used to protect investigative systems;
•  Assisting with monitoring and reviewing cybersecurity alerts generated by the agency’s security tools and software;
• Coordinating with investigators, analysts, and partner agencies to ensure investigative technology platforms remain secure, operational, and optimized for investigative use; and
•  Providing technical support and coordination with Florida law enforcement partner agencies utilizing Cyber Division investigative systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of computer networking principles and network infrastructure;
• Comprehensive knowledge of one or more of the major network operating systems;
• Basic knowledge of cyber intrusion techniques and cybersecurity defense concepts. Comprehensive knowledge of fundamental computer operations including hardware, software applications, and electronic communications;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for coordinating with law enforcement agencies, investigators, and technical staff;
• Ability to remain current with emerging technology trends and investigative technology tools;
• Ability to produce clear and accurate written documentation and investigative reports; and
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate technical work assignments across multiple systems and operational priorities.

Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

BASE SALARY:

• $30.70/hour

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & OPS BENEFITS:

Starting hourly salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive OPS benefits package (ONLY available to OPS members who will be working 30 or more hours a week), including:

• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Tax deferred medical reimbursement account; and
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting.  You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting.  This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

1. 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. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.
2. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.