The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) must replace end-of-life Cisco switches in the Tally air-gapped production network, a critical infrastructure for election tally operations. The current switches (Cisco 4 N2K-C2348TQ-10G-E and 2 N9KC93180C-EX) are reaching their end-of-life cycle in 2025, risking operational stability, cybersecurity compliance, and system support. The scope of work includes gathering information about the current environment, planning and executing Cisco upgrades, and performing comprehensive testing to ensure system functionality. Deliverables include documentation of the existing environment, an upgrade plan, test reports, and updated documentation. The project timeline and success depend on the availability of resources, coordination with stakeholders, access to the facility, and equipment order time. Replace, install, and configure Cisco Nexus switches to ensure uninterrupted election operations Maintain compliance with California Secretary of State and County IT security standards Improve system reliability, security, and scalability for future elections
