Network Infrastructure Specialist Team Lead

State of Mississippi

Jackson (MS)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 104,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

State of Mississippi, located in Mississippi, is seeking a Network Infrastructure Specialist Team Lead to supervise multiple network teams and ensure secure, scalable infrastructure. The role is not remote and requires travel to the Jackson metropolitan area, with oversight of high-risk networks and portfolio management of several applications.

The position emphasizes leadership, project management, and stakeholder communication, aligning IT networking with government goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 8-10+ years IT experience with emphasis on network operations.
Strong technical expertise in networking and security.
Ability to lead, develop a team, manage projects, and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple teams of network administrators and operations staff.
Accountable for portfolio management of multiple applications.
Interact with stakeholders and high level business users.
Manage vendor relations.
Position located in central IT office with travel to Jackson Metropolitan area.

Skills

Network operations

Security

Team leadership

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Network Infrastructure Specialist Team Lead

Job Details

Network Infrastructure Specialist Team Lead

This listing closes on 10/8/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

State of Mississippi

Salary

$73,673.08 - $103,580.66 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9551-0181-20261001Hs

Department

0181 - DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

Opening Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary $73,673.08 Agency Maximum Salary $103,580.66

About the Agency

The Department of Revenue is the primary agency for collecting tax revenues that support state and local governments in Mississippi.

For inquiries regarding this position, you can contact Jennifer Paris at jennifer.paris@dor.ms.gov

About the Position

Please note that this position is NOT REMOTE. This is a Supervisory/Managerial position accountable for overall design and performance of networks at the high end of complexity and high risk or impact for assigned organizational areas.

Manages multiple teams of network administrators and operations staff.

Accountable for portfolio management of multiple applications.

May be accountable for team leaders and lower level of Network Infrastructure Managers.

Interacts with stakeholders and high level business users.

Manages vendor relations.

Positions at this level are typically located in the central IT office.

This position will be housed in Hinds County but will require travel to the Jackson Metropolitan area.

What you'll need to be Successful

To be successful in this position, you must combine strong technical expertise in networking and security with the ability to lead and develop a team, manage projects, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and ensure reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure aligned with business goals.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 8-10+ years of IT experience with emphasis on network operations and administration.

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Characteristics of Work

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Health/Prescription Insurance

Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state’s health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.

Wellness Benefits

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.

Life Insurance

All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee’s annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.

Optional Insurances

Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.

Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave

Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.

Military Leave

In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.

Holidays

Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation’s celebrations with family and friends.

Retirement Programs

The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State’s retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State’s retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us

Deferred Compensation

State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.

State Credit Union

All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.

Tuition Reimbursement

Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.

Career Development and Training

The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.

Promotional Opportunities

Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.

Career Ladders

Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual’s salary, provided funds are available within the agency.

Question 1

01 How many years of experience with emphasis on network operations and administration do you have?