- Position Type:
Technology
- Date Posted:
10/24/2025
- Location:
Orangeburg County School District
- Date Available:
when filled
- Closing Date:
until filled
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ? Manage all aspects of the district’s server and systems environment, including installation, configuration, deployment, patching, monitoring, and performance tuning. ? Create and manage virtual servers and environments to support District applications and projects. ? Implement and maintain enterprise system standards, including imaging, group policies, and configuration baselines. ? Review, document, and deploy vendor-supplied patches, firmware, service packs, and hotfixes in accordance with industry best practices and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, CISA). ? Monitor system performance and logs to proactively identify and resolve issues or vulnerabilities. ? Manage, test, and verify data backups and restoration processes to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery readiness. ? Collaborate with external vendors and service providers on system integrations, software provisioning, and application support. ? Maintain directory services and enterprise authentication systems, including user accounts, permissions, and group policies. ? Assist in maintaining and enhancing the district’s cybersecurity posture through system hardening, vulnerability assessments, and implementation of access control and monitoring. ? Participate in the District’s Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity planning and exercises. ? Provide technical guidance and support to Technology Department staff and schoolbased technology teams. ? Configure and manage server-based and cloud-hosted applications for enterprise and local area network use. ? Maintain asset inventory and software licensing compliance for assigned systems. ? Document all configurations, system changes, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and continuity of operations. ? Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE ? Perform other related duties as assigned. ? Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. ? Minimum of two (2) years of experience in systems administration or equivalent technical support role preferred. ? Working knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent). ? Demonstrated experience with Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy management. ? Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, principles of least privilege, and security administration for various operating systems and software. ? Familiarity with network protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) and network security concepts. ? Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions. ? Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. ? Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ? Self-directed and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision while working collaboratively as part of a team. Preferred Certifications: One or more of the following certifications is preferred: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Server Infrastructure Network+ or Security+ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent Physical Requirements: ? Self-directed and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision while working collaboratively as part of a team. ? Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. ? Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds unassisted. ? Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, kneel, stand, reach, squat, and climb ladders as required for equipment installation and maintenance. ? Ability to travel between District sites and to offsite meetings as needed.