Network & Systems Analyst

Network & Systems Analyst

Public Schools of Petoskey District - Petoskey, Michigan

This job is also posted in Petoskey Schools.

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Jun 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted:
  May 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Jul 1, 2026

• 1–2 years of experience in systems administration or IT support roles, or relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA).
• Understanding of patch management, system security, and access control.
• Experience with Active Directory, Google Workspace, or Microsoft Entra.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms and Windows/Linux server environments.
• Familiarity with endpoint management and MDM solutions (Mosyle, Intune).
• Experience supporting compliance-related processes in regulated environments.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals and firewall concepts.
• Basic scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Power Shell).
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision.

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in K–12 or higher education IT environments.
• Experience managing Cisco networking infrastructure (Routing, Switching, Call Manager, Unity, Emergency Responder, etc.).
• Experience supporting large device environments (~2,000+ endpoints).
• Exposure to monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix) or automation tools (e.g., Ansible).

Director of Technology

The Network & Systems Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the district’s IT infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability, security, and performance of systems including identity services, servers, endpoints, and network resources. The Systems Administrator supports both administrative and instructional technology by maintaining stable operations and responding to technical issues.

• Administer and support identity platforms including Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra, and Active Directory.
• Manage user accounts, group memberships, and access permissions.
• Assist in enforcing security policies and access controls across systems.

• Maintain and support virtualized server environments and related infrastructure.
• Perform routine system monitoring, updates, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in maintaining system availability and backups for critical services.

• Implement and monitor patching for servers, workstations, and devices.
• Administer Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms (Mosyle, JAMF, Intune) for device configuration and policy enforcement.
• Support endpoint security and compliance through Group Policy and MDM tools.

• Support data governance practices related to student information systems, cloud platforms, and district data management processes.
• Assist in maintaining data integrity, access controls, retention procedures, and security standards across systems such as Skyward, Power School, and Google Drive.
• Monitor and support compliance with district policies and regulatory requirements involving student, staff, and operational data.
• Support compliance enforcement, audits, and investigations.

• Develop and maintain basic automation scripts (Python, Bash, Ansible) to improve efficiency.
• Assist in automating routine administrative tasks and reporting processes.

• Follow and enforce established security policies and procedures.
• Assist in monitoring systems for security issues and responding to incidents.

• Work with Technology Support staff to resolve escalated technical issues.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Maintain clear documentation of systems, processes, and configurations.

• Requires flexibility to respond to high-priority operational matters outside normal working hours.

Fifty-two (52) weeks with vacation days, holidays, personal business days and personal illness days as indicated in the employment…