Network Engineer

Talentify; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richland County School District One in South Carolina is seeking a Network Engineer to support the district's mission critical infrastructure, network services, and application pathways.

This role focuses on network troubleshooting, topology management, routing and switching, Wi‑Fi, telephony support and project coordination with a strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in WAN/LAN, CCNA/Network+ preferred, and strong communication to work with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years WAN/LAN, switching and routing experience.
• CCNA and/or CompTIA Network+ certifications preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with DHCP/DNS and VoIP (Yealink preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide routing and switching services and Wi‑Fi services.
• Configure network devices and monitor network performance.
• Document network topology and support telephony.
• Assist with project management and security procedures.

Skills

WAN/LAN proficiency

Routing & Switching

Wi‑Fi networks

Network troubleshooting

Network security procedures

ACLs & Cisco AAA

DHCP/DNS

IPv4/IPv6

OSPF/EIGRP

VoIP maintenance

Microsoft 365

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Cisco CCNA / CompTIA Network+ (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Visio

Network monitoring systems

Job description

Position Type:
CLASSIFIED/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Date Posted:
8/12/2026

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Proficiency in Local and Wide Area Network wired and wireless environments.

Knowledge and hands-on experience installing and configuring routers, switches, and wireless access points.

Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve network system faults.

Ability to contribute to the development of network security procedures and perform network management activities.

Understanding of LAN/WAN network topologies and protocols.

Experience with DHCP, DNS, and other supporting network services.

Knowledge of IPv4 and IPv6 routed network protocols.

Familiarity with OSPF and EIGRP routing protocols.

Knowledge of VoIP handset maintenance, repair, and replacement (Yealink preferred).

Understanding of cybersecurity controls, access control lists (ACLs), and Cisco's AAA model.

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with diverse groups and personnel at all levels.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills are important.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Customer-service oriented and a collaborative mindset.

Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; thrives in a team environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, and networking equipment monitoring systems.

Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software applications to determine whether issues are related to software, hardware, or network components.

Network Engineer

Richland County School District One, South Carolina
Classification Description

Classification Title: Network Engineer
FLSA: Non-exempt
240 Days
Salary Range: $52,725.89 - $73,236.48

POSITION SUMMARY

The Network Engineer is responsible for assisting with support of the district's mission critical infrastructure, network services and application pathways. This position is responsible for assistance with network troubleshooting and topology management. The responsibilities include providing routing & switching services, Wi-Fi services, network configuration changes, network monitoring, documentation, telephony assistance and project management. This role requires a forward-thinking professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to harnessing technology to enhance educational outcomes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree or technical certification preferred, or technical certification preferred. Relevant Certifications: Cisco CCNA and/or CompTIA Network+ certifications preferred Work Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Wide Area and Local Area Networking, switching and routing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in Local and Wide Area Network wired and wireless environments.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience installing and configuring routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve network system faults.
• Ability to contribute to the development of network security procedures and perform network management activities.
• Understanding of LAN/WAN network topologies and protocols.
• Experience with DHCP, DNS, and other supporting network services.
• Knowledge of IPv4 and IPv6 routed network protocols.
• Familiarity with OSPF and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Knowledge of VoIP handset maintenance, repair, and replacement (Yealink preferred).
• Understanding of cybersecurity controls, access control lists (ACLs), and Cisco's AAA model.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with diverse groups and personnel at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are important.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-service oriented and a collaborative mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; thrives in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, and networking equipment monitoring systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software applications to determine whether issues are related to software, hardware, or network components.

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