Network Engineer-Systems Administrator

Network Engineer - Systems Administrator

Winchester Public Schools, Virginia Division Wide - Winchester, Virginia

Job : 5694878

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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.

• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Associate's or Bachelor's 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 , 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., Power Shell, 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)

• Valid driver’s 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.

Salary: Salary range for the  school year is $82,400 - $126,894 depending upon qualifications and experience.

Workday: Full time / 12 month position

Start Date: July 1, 2026

Location: Winchester Public Schools

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Sandy Shernick, Human Resources Coordinator
• 598 N. Kent St.
• Winchester, Virginia 22601
• Phone:
• Email: shernick.va.us