IT Systems Engineer - 61081339

State of South Carolina

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 84,000 - 102,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Relocation reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The SC Commission for the Blind (SCCB) is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to lead the development, operation, and maintenance of IT systems that support the agency’s mission to assist South Carolinians who are blind or visually impaired in achieving independence and employment.

The role requires analyzing requirements, designing solutions, testing functionality, and providing ongoing support while collaborating with users, vendors, and internal teams; it also emphasizes clear communication and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; experience in system development in on‑premises, cloud, or hybrid environments.
Three years minimum experience with network and routing technologies.
Two years minimum experience in network and firewall management; three years managing MS O365, Azure AD, and AD.

Responsibilities

Analyze business and user requirements to design IT system solutions that meet organizational goals.
Develop, test, and implement IT systems, ensuring functionality and reliability.
Monitor and maintain systems, troubleshooting issues and performing upgrades or enhancements as needed.
Prepare clear and concise technical reports, status updates, and documentation.
Coordinate with vendors and other IT units to ensure seamless integration of technology and resources.
Follow technical standards and best practices while contributing to continuous improvement.

Skills

Network fundamentals

Routing technologies

MS O365 management

Azure AD management

Active Directory

Technical documentation

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

MS O365

Azure AD

Active Directory

Job description

Job Responsibilities

This position has been reposted. Prior applicants are still under consideration.

The mission of the SC Commission for the Blind (SCCB), established in 1966, is to provide quality individualized vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services, and prevention‑of‑blindness services to South Carolinians who are blind or visually impaired leading to competitive employment and social and economic independence. Our goal is to become a national model vocational rehabilitation agency for people who are blind and visually impaired, demonstrating quality services, accountability, innovation, effectiveness and efficiency.

Do you want a career doing meaningful work that has a positive impact on people’s lives? Have you thought about a career in state government but weren’t sure how or where to begin? The SCCB is looking for hard working passionate individuals such as you! Every SCCB employee is important and a career with the SCCB will give you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally as you play a crucial role in the delivery of services to South Carolinians with visual impairments.

The IT Systems Engineer ensures the effective development, operation, and maintenance of information technology systems that meet organizational needs. The IT Systems Engineer plays a key role in analyzing requirements, designing solutions, testing functionality, and providing ongoing support. Additionally, the role ensures seamless collaboration with users, vendors, and internal teams, while delivering clear communication and technical documentation.

The Responsibilities Of The IT Systems Engineer Include

Analyze business and user requirements to design IT system solutions that meet organizational goals.
Develop, test, and implement IT systems, ensuring functionality and reliability.
Monitor and maintain systems, troubleshooting issues and performing upgrades or enhancements as needed.
Prepare clear and concise technical reports, status updates, and documentation.
Prepare clear and concise technical reports, status updates, and documentation.
Coordinate with vendors and other IT units to ensure seamless integration of technology and resources.
Follow technical standards, best practices, and directions while contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State: A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and experience in computer system development and modification in either an on‑premises, cloud‑based, or hybrid environment. Relevant experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year‑for‑year basis.

Agency: A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and experience in computer system development and modification in either an on‑premises, cloud‑based, or hybrid environment. Three years minimum experience with network and routing technologies. Two years minimum experience in network and firewall management. Three years of minimum experience in managing MS O365, Azure AD, and AD.

Preferred Qualifications

Up to date CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications are highly desirable. Experienced knowledge of information technology system analysis, design, testing and maintenance techniques. Experienced knowledge of computer or network hardware, software, operating systems, programming languages, or other information technology tools and resources. Ability to solve basic to moderately complex problems and apply critical thinking skills to needs or problems, both individually and as part of a team. Ability to prepare status reports and basic to moderately complex technical reports in a clear and concise manner. Ability to work effectively with users, vendors, staff members, and other IT units. Ability to follow technical directions. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.

The SCCB is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited to, lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The SCCB offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
15 days* of annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Relocation reimbursement for employees hired outside of South Carolina
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs, and
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Employees holding FTE status earn additional annual leave the longer they remain employed with the state

A copy of your transcript may be uploaded as an attachment to the application. Upon hiring, candidates must submit official college transcript(s) or diploma(s) for degree(s) obtained. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. Any misrepresentation will result in my disqualification from employment. I will complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. I further acknowledge that a resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications for the position.

I understand this position is located in Columbia, SC, and if selected I would be required to work onsite at the primary location.

Do you have a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and experience in computer system development and modification in either an on‑premises, cloud‑based, or hybrid environment?

Do you have three years minimum experience with network and routing technologies?

Do you have two years minimum experience in network and firewall management?

Do you have three years of minimum experience in managing MS O365, Azure AD, and AD.?

Do you have any up to date CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications?

If you answered yes to the questions above, please list the certification. If not, N/A.

This position classification falls within the state's pay band TEC05 with a hiring range up to $92,920 dependent upon qualifications. If selected, would you accept an offer within this range?

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