Network Administrator

Network Administrator

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Beaufort

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500837

Division

IT & Records Mangement

Department

IT

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 7:59 AM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
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Description

The purpose of this position is to manage the network infrastructure of Beaufort County, which includes, routing and switching, identity service management, firewalls, VoIP Cisco Phones, wireless security and access, etc.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Maintains servers and system network services: DNS, devices; server/desktop systems updates and security controls; user network accounts and security groups; maintenance of group policy for desktops, users and devices; make changes or add new policies as needed.
• Configures, creates, manages and secures servers; monitors integrity of users' data; create/manage department folders, calendars, aliases and email groups; troubleshoot delivery/receipt of email messages; maintain spam and ATP rules.
• Monitors and manages servers in virtual center, maintain proper configurations, security controls and authorizations and backup; create and image servers as requested; monitor system resources to ensure servers run at optimum performance; adjust or recommend changes.
• Manages remote access; backup system, create and manage network, application and portal access for user access; troubleshoot user issues.
• Reviews, plans and evaluates systems/servers, recommends improvements, prepares project plans, provides documentation/reporting, assigns, leads and directs work of team members; tracks budgets, project spending and progress.
• Maintains communication links, cables and devices.
• Documents network designs and configurations.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires Bachelor's degree or education and training equivalent to four years of college education in business, liberal arts, or any field other than engineering or the hard sciences.
• Over four years and up to and including eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Network + Certification @ CompTIA.
• Cisco CCNA.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• IMPORTANT: Please attach copies of all certifications and licenses to your application.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.

01

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, please provide the field of study for your Bachelor's degree.

03

Do you currently possess a valid CompTIA Network+ certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess a valid Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Please list your current CompTIA Network+ and Cisco CCNA certifications, including the certification number and expiration date, if applicable.

06

How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less than 4 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• More than 8 years

07

If yes, please briefly describe your related experience, including the type of work performed and the number of years of experience.

08

I certify that the education, training, certifications, licenses, and work experience identified in my responses are accurately reflected in the education, certification, and employment history sections of my application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Beaufort County South Carolina

Address 102 Industrial Village Rd

Building 1

Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902

Phone (843)255-2990

Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/