Turner, Padget, Graham & Laney, P.A. is one of South Carolina's longest‑standing law firms with seven locations. We believe our people are our greatest asset and support a work‑life balance in every employee's day. Benefits begin the first of the month following your start date, and the firm offers competitive salaries, a cutting‑edge technology stack, and a pleasant workplace.We are looking for a curious, independent Systems Engineer based in our Columbia, SC office. The Systems Engineer will configure, maintain, and secure Turner Padget's enterprise infrastructure, coordinating with end users and vendors to resolve incidents and maintain uptime.Job ResponsibilitiesNetwork AdministrationProvide advanced network administration and troubleshooting for ISP, MPLS, SD‑WAN, and internal wired and wireless infrastructure, resolving connectivity and performance issuesConfigure, monitor, and troubleshoot network firewalls, modems, routers, and switchesSupport and maintain network closets, including patching, cabling, and labeling racks and switchesCreate and maintain office network mapsUtilize DMZ, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs to ensure reliable network segmentation, security, and quality of serviceCollaborate with vendors and service providers to resolve network‑level incidents and maintain network uptimeSupport secure remote access solutions, including VPN provisioning, certificate‑based authentication, and access control enforcementSystems EngineeringWork with Active Directory and Group Policy to manage user accounts, policies, and domain servicesMaintain SCCM infrastructure for imaging, deploying, patching all firm endpoints to ensure compliance with software and security requirementsPrepare for the next generation of firm endpoints by building new Windows 11‑based computer images and deployment packagesStrategically plan network and hardware maintenance windows, accounting for the needs and schedules of company employeesEnsure compliance with current industry security standardsProvide general Tier II and Tier III technical support to attorneys and staff within a Windows environment with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite, iManage Work, Active Directory & Azure authentication, and network connectivitySecurityMitigate software vulnerability by deploying updates and maintaining secure configurations across servers and endpointsReduce attack surface through use of DMZ and management of open ports and access pathsEnforce secure authentication policies and privileged access controlsOtherContribute to the IT team knowledge base by creating and updating documentationUp to 20% travel – typically same day – to remote offices within South Carolina, Augusta GA, and Charlotte NCTeam RequirementsCollaborate with other IT team members on projects, enhancements, and day‑to‑day operationsAble to work independently, involving, but not limited to:Following and creating technical documentationEvaluating emerging network security trendsCompleting software deployments during maintenance windowsSupport end users through creative solutions to everyday impedimentsCoordinate with vendors in installing, upgrading, maintaining, and troubleshooting networkRecognize that the candidate's customers are the attorneys and staff of the law firm, and adapt according to their needsBe personable, pleasant, and clear in speaking to end users and business project owners when affirming business practices or assisting with technical issuesTechnical RequirementsBachelor's degree or 3 years of work‑related experienceCCNA/CCNP certification preferredExperience with:Cisco Catalyst and Meraki switch configuration and maintenanceSophos FirewallsSCCM for building and deploying Windows imagesCisco Unified Communications a plusProficiency with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft Office Suite, Exchange 365, and ZoomFamiliarity with multi‑site environmentsExposure to legal‑industry applications such as eDiscovery, Document Management, and Case Management systems a plusProven analytical and problem‑solving techniquesStrong written and oral communication skillsTurner Padget, Graham & Laney is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce, including attorneys and support staff, and conducting business with diverse clients. The firm views diversity as all differences that make us unique and strives to foster a culture that values and embraces these differences. All employees are expected to contribute to a respectful workplace that values openness, trust, teamwork, accountability, and inclusion.The firm is an equal‑opportunity employer. All inquiries and submissions will be held in strict confidence.#J-18808-Ljbffr