Network Engineer

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Participate in cross-functional teams to support server hosting initiatives, including segmentation and modernization efforts.
• Coordinate with IT Section Managers and Team Leads to execute daily tasks and project milestones.
• Advise on hardware configurations and system implementations, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical standards.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver solutions during environment conversion.
• Implement access controls, security baselines, and audit logging in accordance with CIS, NIST, and organizational IT security policies.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and enhance the overall security posture.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex identity, access, and authentication issues.
• Work closely with network, server, and help desk teams to support infrastructure needs and cross-functional initiatives.
• Participate in infrastructure projects, migrations, and upgrades, including cloud integration and modernization efforts.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments; escalate issues as needed and report progress to management.
• Produce clear technical documentation, implementation plans, and roadmaps for system enhancements and lifecycle planning.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and flexibly, including outside traditional business hours when necessary.

Module support of the project.

CONTRACTUAL AND COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

• DPH will require selected personnel to sign a DPH Confidentiality Agreement and/or Business Associate (BA) Agreement, if applicable. All web services must be secure.
• DPH will not accept any offers including an "up-lift" charge. The rate paid per consultant must not exceed the maximum rate established for this position as described in State contract terms.
• Contractors must be onsite each week throughout the term of the contract.
• Follow agency IT standards, policies, and procedures, including documentation requirements.
• All source code (compiled and uncompiled) will become the sole property of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DPH). Any source code, data, product, or functionality resulting from this SOW or previously owned or developed by DPH will remain the sole property of DPH and is not to be incorporated into the core product of any vendor application. Any modifications and interfaces developed under this contract may not be used by the contractor for independent projects or published/publicized without written permission from DPH.
• DPH has final authority on all programming choices.

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANKED IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE)

• Experience with Windows Server
• GPO and PowerShell
• Microsoft Active Directory
• Experience with backup and Disaster Recovery (DR)
• Advanced knowledge of computer and network hardware, software, and operating systems
• Experience with security and data classification related to CDC, HIPAA, and CJIS
• Advanced knowledge of information technology system analysis, design, testing, and maintenance techniques

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANKED IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE)

• Experience with Microsoft Hyper-V
• Experience with Linux Server and AIX
• Experience with DataDobi
• Experience with SolarWinds
• Experience with Lansweeper
• Experience with Citrix Presentation Server or XenApp

SOFT SKILLS

• Critical thinking and problem-resolution skills
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with technical staff, customers, and other stakeholders
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

None

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $ $60.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• What employment type do you prefer for your submission - C2C, W2, or 1099?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cayce, SC 29033