Onsite opportunityt for a network administrator.
hace 7 días
Cayce
Job Description We have an on-site opportunity with a Potential travel requirement for a network administrator for the South Carolina Department of Public Health in Cayce, SC, for a long-term project. I am forwarding the JD for your reference. Please review it and let me know if you are interested in this opportunity. JD: Potential travel to DPH Field Offices within South Carolina during business hours. IT - DPH - Network Administrator - Advanced 10414 Rate/Compensation: W2 Hourly Rate (No benefits) $58.50/hr or Compensation + Benefits $98,725 Annual PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: OTARRE HEALTH CAMPUS 400 OTARRE PKWY CAYCE, SC 29033 The State of South Carolina is looking for a Network Administrator - Advanced. Why is this position open: New Position. To address increasing workload by supplementing Operations staff within the Network Operations Center to support enterprise network and identity services, including SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication enhancements. Will close to submissions on April 1st, 2026, 5:00PM EST. Interview Process: One round of virtual interviews with the camera on. Duration of the Contract: 12 Months Possibility for Extension: Yes Work Location: Fully Onsite. Required Skills Skill Type Skill Name Certification Education License Other Skill 3+ Years of Experience with Enterprise Network Infrastructure and LAN Administration Certification Education License Other Skill 3+ Years of Experience with Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting switches and wireless access points Certification Education License Other Skill 3+ Years of Experience with SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication services Certification Education License Other Skill 3+ Years of Experience with Troubleshooting network connectivity on Windows and mobile devices Certification Education License Other Skill 3+ Years of Experience with creating, reading, and maintaining network documentation and diagrams Preferred Skills Skill Type Skill Name Certification Education License Other Skill 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) Certification Education License Other Skill Cisco Network Academy or similar bootcamp/training Statement of Work (SOW) for Contingent Labor Request Network & Identity Consultant for Enterprise Infrastructure Modernization PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: OTARRE HEALTH CAMPUS, 400 OTARRE PKWY, CAYCE, SC 29033 SECONDARY WORK LOCATION: VARIOUS DPH SITES ACROSS THE STATE OF OPENINGS: 1 HOW MANY RESUMES DO YOU WANT TO REVIEW AT ONE TIME?: WILL REVIEW ALL QUALIFIED RESUMES COMPANY / DEPARTMENT CULTURE (why do you enjoy working for the company – selling points for potential candidates): The South Carolina Department of Public Health is dedicated to helping people live healthy lives in healthy communities. With approximately 3,000 employees at 68 locations across the State, S.C. DPH employs a diverse team who share a passion for making a difference doing rewarding work that touches people’s lives every day. Candidates should be self-motivated, team-oriented, work under limited supervision, and respond to priority tasks as needed. Candidates must also be able to form productive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels. WHY IS THIS POSITION OPEN (new role, increased work load, new dept., resignation, promotion)? If backfill Position – What separated the candidate you initially selected from all the other resumes presented? To address increasing workload by supplementing Operations staff within the Network Operations Center to support enterprise network and identity services, including SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication enhancements. SCOPE OF THE PROJECT: As the Agency continues to see increased growth in enterprise applications, data capabilities, and infrastructure modernization initiatives, the Department of Public Health (DPH) Office of Information Technology (OIT) is advancing the Agency’s core network and identity services architecture to better leverage network resources, data, assets, infrastructure, and systems. Some of these initiatives include SD-WAN, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and secure authentication and Active Directory enhancements. Consistent with best security practices, DPH is further enhancing the Agency’s application ecosystems by expanding and maturing its existing Identity-Based Networking Services (IBNS) framework, leveraging certificate-based authentication to strengthen identity assurance across users and devices as a foundational component of the Agency’s security architecture. The selected incumbent will work under the general guidance of the Network Operations Center section manager but will also be required to work closely with other teams and Agency staff at all levels. Selected candidates will follow the Agency’s Change Management process, and track and document the work and other tasks regularly communicating status updates to the assigned project manager. Candidate must be self-motivated, team-oriented, work under limited supervision, and respond to priority tasks as needed. POSITION: NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR - ADVANCED OPEN TO VISA TRANSFER? □ YES X NO START DATE: 4/27/2026 IMMEDIATELY (WHICHEVER IS SOONER) DURATION: 12 MONTHS POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION? YES PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle)? Credit history; Criminal background check; E-Verify; Confidentiality Agreement; Business Associate Agreement; Drug Free Workplace Affidavit; Driving Record 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. 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. Each selected candidate will be utilized for 40 hours per week for the duration of these and other projects and daily work as assigned. Job duties will require frequent site visits to remote office locations throughout the entire state of South Carolina, and the selected incumbent must be flexible to the potential of travel days being occasionally extended beyond normal business hours. Applicants must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills and be able to provide effective phone, desk-side, and support via email. Applicants must be able effectively communicate technical and project details with IT and non-IT staff and at all levels. Support of the project: DPH will require that the selected applicant sign the Agency’s confidentially agreement and/or Business Associate (BA) agreement if applicable. All web services must be secure. Any changes to hours per day/week worked or scheduling must be approved by DPH. Contractors must be available or onsite at DPH during each day/week at the Agency’s discretion, excluding state holidays, throughout the term of the contract with any athome/remote work (i.e., outside the Agency) requiring prior approval. DPH may require that the selected applicant successfully complete online HIPAA and other Agency training(s). There will be a weekly review between each contractor and DPH to ensure the expectations of this agreement are met. Contractors must form productive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels. DPH will not accept any offers that include an “up-lift” charge. Contractor rates shall not exceed the lesser of the maximum rates established under the State contract, Knowledge Services/DOT Staff, or this contract position. Contractors are required to follow Agency IT Standards, policies, and procedures including documentation. All notes, documents, and work product resulting from this SOW shall become the sole property of the South Carolina Department of Public Health and the State of South Carolina. Contractors shall not publish, share, or otherwise disclose such materials without the prior written approval of DPH. Payment Schedule: All timesheets shall be entered and approved in a timely manner per State contract terms. The State will cover round-trip travel expenses associated with mileage to and from sites with 400 Otarre Pkwy, Cayce, SC 29033 being the departure location if a state vehicle is not available. Extra costs will NOT be covered (i.e., benefits, insurance, food, room and board, etc.) for contractors under this contract. DPH Support: DPH will provide: All required network accounts, access rights and tools to complete tasks. Any DPH required training such as Agency online HIPAA. Staff to assist with any application or procedure questions. State vehicle if available and scheduling of vehicles for job duties. Workstation (i.e., Laptop) and required software. REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE): • 3+ Years of Experience with Enterprise Network Infrastructure and LAN Administration, • 3+ Years of Experience with Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting switches and wireless access points, • 3+ Years of Experience with SD-WAN, PKI, and secure authentication services, • 3+ Years of Experience with Troubleshooting network connectivity on Windows and mobile devices, • 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), • Ability to perform on-site physical network work, including lifting 40 lbs and working on ladders, • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide to remote sites with a State OR Personal Vehicle, • Strong verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: NONE* *Preference may be given to certified applicants based also on overall experience, education, and work history. INTERVIEW PROCESS: One initial round of phone interviews will be scheduled for the top 3 candidates after the close of the posting date. If no candidate is selected a second round of interviews will be conducted. Possible candidates, even ones that are not interviewed, will not be disqualified until an offer is made and accepted. The project team will conduct the interviews. SCHEDULE INTERVIEW: Candidates are expected to be available for one of the provided interview time slots. Failure to respond or participate may result in disqualification at the Agency’s discretion. Company DescriptionTalenTech Digital is a Northern Virginia-based IT staffing and consulting company.TalenTech Digital is a Northern Virginia-based IT staffing and consulting company.