Network and Computer Systems Administrator

About Belgrade School District:

Belgrade School District provides instructional athletic and activities opportunities for more than 3200 students from the community of nearly 14000 residents. Through the commitment of more than 600 full- and part-time staff members students engage in learning and participate in extracurricular events throughout the calendar year. As Belgrades largest employer were proud of the partnership we have with local families businesses and civic organizations. Working with Belgrade School District is a rewarding opportunity to be part of our mission to educate students to become responsible members of society.

We offer competitive pay comprehensive benefits including a district contribution toward health insurance premiums and available dental vision and life insurance as well as other supplemental insurance plans. District employees also participate in PERS or TRS retirement plans which is vested after 5 years. Employees can also choose to contribute to a 403B plan with an additional district contribution.

Position Overview:

Manages Belgrade Public Schools technology infrastructure including servers cloud services identity management mobile devices security cameras and network systems. Administers approximately 3600 user accounts across multiple platforms maintains hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructure implements security protocols and provides technical support and training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Identity and Access Management

• Provision modify and deprovision approximately 3600 user accounts across Microsoft Active Directory Azure AD/Entra ID Google Workspace and Infinite Campus; manage user lifecycle processes licensing permissions and SSO/MFA implementations; audit access rights for FERPA COPPA and CIPA compliance

Infrastructure and Systems Management

• Install configure maintain and monitor Windows Server installations Hyper-V clustering Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP and related services; administer Microsoft Azure and Google Workspace infrastructure; manage Exchange Online; deploy software via Azure Intune and Google Admin Console
• Install configure and maintain network hardware including switches routers firewalls and wireless access points; implement network monitoring and alerting systems; coordinate with network consultants on advanced projects
• Administer print servers Uniflow print management and coordinate with managed print services vendor
• Administer JAMF Pro for mobile device management of district iPads MacBooks and iPhones; deploy and maintain MDM policies

Security and Compliance

• Secure all servers VPNs cloud services and applications from threats; configure and monitor firewalls; examine security logs; perform penetration testing; manage SSL/TLS certificates; respond to security incidents; maintain compliance with FERPA COPPA CIPA and HIPAA

Backup Disaster Recovery and E-Rate

• Design implement and maintain backup solutions; perform verification and testing; develop and execute disaster recovery plans; support E-Rate program management including applications vendor coordination and compliance documentation

Technical Support and Documentation

• Provide technical assistance and respond to help desk tickets in a timely manner; train IT staff on systems administration and new technologies; provide technical support for school board meetings; create and maintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams procedures and system inventories

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows server technologies Azure Google Workspace JAMF Pro/MDM network infrastructure security principles compliance requirements (FERPA COPPA CIPA HIPAA) backup/disaster recovery and SSL/TLS certificate management.

Skills: Advanced troubleshooting for complex systems; managing accounts across multiple platforms; configuring infrastructure and security systems; technical documentation; training staff; strong communication skills.

Abilities: Manage 3600 accounts efficiently; analyze complex problems independently; work with minimal supervision exercising sound judgment; implement security and compliance systems; coordinate with vendors; proactively resolve infrastructure issues; manage competing priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Substantial experience in network systems servers and infrastructure planning installation and maintenance
• Experience managing virtualized environments (Hyper-V or similar) and cloud services (Azure/Google Workspace)
• Experience managing user accounts and identity management systems
• Experience with mobile device management platforms (JAMF Pro preferred)

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Mid-to-large organization networking experience; current Microsoft Google Workspace or JAMF certifications; compliance environment experience (FERPA COPPA CIPA HIPAA); E-Rate program experience; cloud migration experience; PowerShell scripting; mentoring abilities; SIS experience.

Special Requirements

Valid Montana drivers license (or obtain within three months); pass background check; may require extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical Demands

Regularly walk sit stand and use hands for keyboard/equipment work; frequent stooping kneeling crawling; occasional climbing and lifting up to 50 pounds (with assistance); fine finger dexterity; specific vision abilities including close/distance vision and depth perception; effective hearing and speech. Must meet deadlines with time constraints maintain concentration work independently with minimal supervision analyze complex problems manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality per FERPA. Work inside with minimal temperature variation; occasional server room work; regular travel between facilities; generally hazard-free environment.

The duties and demands described are representative of essential functions required in compliance with the ADAAA. This is not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Belgrade Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority