Network Engineer-Systems Administrator 2026-2027

Summary:

Provides advanced comprehensive technical services for the instructional and administrative programs of the school division. This role is crucial for implementing and maintaining a modern secure and highly available technology infrastructure including on-premise and cloud environments local and wide area networks (both wired and wireless) servers network security and enterprise systems ensuring reliable and secure operation for all staff and students.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field is preferred.
• Possession of current industry-recognized professional certifications (e.g. CompTIA Network Security CCNA Microsoft Azure Administrator) is highly desirable.
• Significant demonstrated progressive experience (e.g. 5-7 years) in implementing and managing enterprise-level network and server infrastructure and project management preferably K-12 or public sector.
• Experience with network technologies including Cisco routing/switching firewalls network segmentation and advanced wireless technologies.
• Proven expertise in server administration including Microsoft Windows Server OS Active Directory/Entra ID virtualization (e.g. VMware ESXi) storage systems (SAN NAS DAS) backup/DR solutions and chromebook management
• Experience administering and securing cloud services specifically Google Workspace for Education and/or Microsoft Azure/M365 environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain network security tools data backup systems and disaster recovery solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (e.g. PowerShell Python)
• Experience in a K-12 school setting and understanding of unique technology needs and challenges to ensure operational readiness (school opening/closing state testing seasonal projects)

CERTIFICATES/LICENSE REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid drivers license.
• Industry-relevant professional certifications preferred: CCNA/CCNP Network Security CEH CISSP Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Google Cloud Google Admin Certified Administrator or VMware VCP.

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Salary:

Salary range for the 2026-2027 school year is $82400 - $126894 depending upon qualifications and experience.

Workday:

Full time / 12 month position

Start Date:

July 1 2026

Location:

Winchester Public Schools

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority