Senior Network Engineer

• Position Type: CLASSIFIED / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
• Date Posted: 7/16/2025
• Location:
  
  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
• Richland County School District One, South Carolina
• DEPARTMENT: Information Technology Department
• REPORTS TO: Director of Technology Operations
• CLASSIFICATION: Classified
• WORKDAYS: 240
• FLSA STATUS: Exempt
• SALARY RANGE: $66,912.96 - $90,542.21

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for planning, monitoring, supporting, designing, and implementing information systems to enhance the educational and informational functions of the school district. This role requires expertise in Local and Wide Area Networking, network security, design, testing, implementation, monitoring and support of the district’s data networks, as well as regular systems maintenance and pro‑active planning and implementation of improvements.

Must be able to work with vendors and contractors and manage multiple district-wide projects. The administrator facilitates requirements gathering sessions, conducts research and analysis, and produces recommendations to support decision‑making processes. This role requires a forward‑thinking professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to harnessing technology to enhance educational outcomes.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree or equivalent required;
  Bachelor’s degree or technical certification preferred.
• Relevant
  
  Certifications:
  
  CCNA, CWNA/NP, CCNP or CCIE. BICSI certifications preferred.
• Work Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the installation and maintenance of networking equipment (e.g., firewalls, routers, switches, etc.).