Systems Administration Specialist

State of Mississippi

$50,798.15 - $71,419.65 Annually

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

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11/03/2026

11/11/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

$50,798.15

$71,419.65

The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of a Systems Administration Specialist I.

Under the general supervision of the LAN Team Manager, the Systems Administrator I provides first- and second-level support for the organization's enterprise Windows environment, Microsoft 365/Azure cloud services, and Cisco-based network infrastructure. This is an entry-level role suited to a motivated IT professional who is building foundational, hands-on experience in enterprise systems administration and is eager to grow into progressively more independent technical responsibility.

Basic working knowledge of the Windows operating system, Active Directory concepts, and general networking fundamentals.

Familiarity with ticketing systems and IT documentation practices.

Willingness and aptitude to learn Microsoft 365 and Azure administration, including Intune, SharePoint Online, Teams, One Drive, and Entra g interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4+ years of IT experience with emphasis in system administration. Agency preferred qualifications:

Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2+ years of experience in systems administration, network support, or a related IT role (internships and relevant coursework will be considered).Prior exposure to Cisco networking hardware in a wired or wireless environment.

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or an entry-level Microsoft certification.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201