Only W2 - Immediately need - Network Administrator - Onsite in Columbia, SC

DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

The network administrators for these openings under the general guidance of the assigned Network Operations Center Manager will coordinate daily/weekly assignments for the deployment, operational support, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of the Agency's critical enterprise architecture. The network administrators will work with Network, Security, and other IT professional groups and non-IT staff to assist with problem resolution, mitigation of issues, and to provide technical solutions. The network administrator will ensure assignments are completed accurately and on-time, and regularly provide progress, tasks, and deliverables status updates to the assigned project manager.

Specific duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Support enterprise network and identity initiatives including SD-WAN deployment, PKI lifecycle management, and secure authentication services

Monitor, identify, and remediate issues with Agency enterprise network and identity services

Support network connectivity and authentication services on Windows-based systems

Support connectivity and secure access on mobile devices (i.e., Apple devices)

Manage the network and identity infrastructure lifecycle at all stages

Create and maintain network documentation (e.g., diagrams, coverage, and design documentation)

Assist with deployment, configuration, and support of SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication solutions

Perform enterprise network deployments, installations, and upgrades

o Requires comfort working on a ladder; ability to lift 40 lbs.

Perform firmware/software/security/feature upgrades across network and identity platforms

Monitor Agency trouble ticket system and complete assigned network, authentication, and connectivity tickets

Will serve as the Agency's primary support resource for network and access-related (authentication) technical issues, troubleshooting and resolving most common/routine problems

Assists Agency staff/contractors in resolving network, authentication, and connectivity-related problems

Coordinate and assist with testing and validation of network and identity solutions

Adhere to State and Agency security and IT policies and standards

Work closely with key stakeholder groups, including Network, Security, and Server Hosting to ensure the appropriate level of engagement and focus is maintained

Assists various IT groups with other tasks as assigned such as with system/network installations and upgrades (i.e. racking equipment)

Create, maintain, and review/improve upon network and identity documentation

Ability to plan, organize, review, and implement associated project milestones to completion

Provides updates to Project Team

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. 3+ Years of Experience with Enterprise Network Infrastructure and LAN Administration

2. 3+ Years of Experience with Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting switches and wireless access points

3. 3+ Years of Experience with SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication services

4. 3+ Years of Experience with Troubleshooting network connectivity on Windows and mobile devices

5. 3+ Years of Experience with creating, reading, and maintaining network documentation and diagrams

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. Any network or related certification by an industry leader such as CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft. (Please indicate whether certificate is active or inactive on resume)

2. Cisco Networking Academy or similar bootcamp/training

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

1. Ability to perform on site physical network work, including lifting 40 lbs and working on ladders

2. Valid driver's license and ability to travel statewide to remote sites with a State OR Personal Vehicle

3. Strong verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non technical staff

4. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Associates Degree in a relevant field of work or high school diploma with equivalent work experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: NONE* *Preference may be given to certified applicants based also on overall experience, education, and work history.

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