Network Specialist II System Administrator
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Location: Topeka Ks
Job Type: FullTime OnSite
Job Category: Salaried Classified 12 Months
About Us:
Topeka Public Schools is dedicated to fostering a technologyrich learning environment that empowers students and educators. We are seeking a Network Specialist II to join our IT team of System Administrators and play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our networkinfrastructure.
Position Summary:
As a Network Specialist II you will be responsible for the installation configuration
maintenance and support of complex serverbased and cloudbased systems. You will ensure application and infrastructure security monitoring analyze and resolve related issues and evaluate systems to meet network requirements. This role is integral to supporting a K12 educational environment ensuring smooth technology operations that enhance student learning and administrative efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Install configure maintain and support physical and cloudbased servers network
infrastructure and enterprise applications.
Perform system administration duties including user account management security
configurations and software updates.
Monitor and troubleshoot network and system performance identifying and resolving
issues proactively.
Implement and maintain security measures to safeguard network systems including
firewalls intrusion detection and endpoint security solutions.
Assist in the development and enforcement of IT policies and procedures to ensure
compliance with district state and federal regulations.
Support virtualization cloud computing and backup/recovery strategies to ensure
business continuity.
Collaborate with IT staff and school administrators to assess system needs and develop
solutions.
Provide technical guidance and support to endusers including educators and
administrative personnel.
Maintain documentation of system configurations procedures and network topology.
Research and evaluate emerging technologies to improve network efficiency and
security.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field OR
equivalent professional experience.
Minimum two 2 years of experience in network/system administration.
Proficiency in Windows Server Linux cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure Google
Cloud) and virtualization technologies (VMware HyperV).
Strong knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP DNS DHCP VLANs
VPNs and firewalls.
Experience with enterprise security practices including SIEM solutions endpoint
security and access control measures.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
Preferred:
Experience working in a K12 or educational environment.
Industry certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Cisco CCNA
CompTIA Network/Security AWS Certified SysOps Administrator).
Familiarity with Google Workspace for Education and educational technology platforms.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume cover letter and references to
Topeka Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all
backgrounds to apply.
Must have current Drivers License
Must have a vehicle
Must be able to lift to 51 pounds
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
