Network Systems Administrator

Rhode Island Department of Education; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Department of Education is seeking a Network Systems Administrator to maintain the RIDE LAN and network infrastructure. You will ensure secure access for users, manage backups, and assist desktop staff as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science and at least five years of computer support experience. Citizenship or work authorization is required; a strong team orientation and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science required.
• Five years of computer support experience required or equivalent.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily data backups of vital Department data for recovery.
• Updates firewall configurations to meet current access and security requirements.
• Provides access to RIDE LAN resources for new users.
• Provides limited desktop support to RIDE users in absence of primary staff.
• Advises desktop support staff on advanced issues and best practices.
• Maintains and troubleshoots RIDE Oracle databases and related systems.

Skills

Windows Server

TCP/IP

Network security

Backups & recovery

User access management

HTML programming

Relational databases

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Oracle databases

Microsoft Access

UPS monitoring tooling

Job description

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Network Systems Administrator

Rhode Island Department of Education Rhode Island Department of Education - Providence , Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5940650

Application Deadline: Oct 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Incumbents are responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of the RIDE LAN and network infrastructure; supporting user access to the RIDE LAN, RINET e-mail server, and Internet.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of a manager with wide latitude to exercise independent judgement. Work is subject to review on a periodic basis or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally, none. May work as part of teams and in collaboration with others with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement to achieve results. May be involved in providing input to the performance management process as a peer or colleague as appropriate.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs daily data backups of vital Department data for ease of recovery in the event of user error or disaster.
Ensures all network computer systems are protected from future computer virus activities. Updates firewall configurations to meet current access and security requirements.
Provides access to RIDE LAN resources for new users.
Provides limited desktop support to RIDE users in the absence of primary desktop support staff.
Advises desktop support staff on advanced technical issues, theory, and best practices.
Performs occasional maintenance to content of RIDE public website; troubleshoots issues regarding access to RIDE public website.
Researches and advises management regarding software and hardware purchases to support network enhancements.
Maintains user access to network printers.
Coordinates requests for quotes from vendors on software and hardware. Monitors and troubleshoots network access issues.
Manages RIDE e-mail accounts and address connectivity issues.
Implements, configures, and maintains RIDE trouble call/help desk Intranet application.
Coordinates the replacement of batteries in Uninterruptible Power Supplies to support network hardware.
Installs new servers and configures for network access.
Documents network hardware and software inventory.
Documents and monitors utilization of available internal and external IP addresses.
Provides advice and direction to colleagues using Microsoft Access applications.
Monitors the operation and backup of RIDE Oracle development and production database installations.
Performs related work as assigned.
Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Organization-level Positions > Specialist

Job Requirements

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
  Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations.
  Knowledge of three-tier client/server systems.
  Knowledge of relational database theory.
  Knowledge of anti-virus applications, TCP/IP protocols, and HTML programming language.
  Knowledge of information systems and processing planning, design, and development principles and practices.
  Knowledge of applicable operating systems and software applications.
  Knowledge of applicable servers and databases.
  Skilled in interpreting a variety of furnished documents in written, oral, and graphical formats.
  Skilled in presenting information and responding to questions.
  Skilled in solving problems and dealing with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization and documentation exists.
  Skilled in planning, designing, and developing information systems.
  Skilled in maintaining and administering applicable servers, databases, applications, and Internet applications.
  Skilled in communicating and interpersonal exchanges as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
  EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in computer science.
  EXPERIENCE: Five years of computer support experience and/or any combination of knowledge, skills and experience that is substantially equivalent.
  Reasonable accommodations can be made for qualified individuals with a disability.
  * This position is included in the Local 2012, AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kayla Duarte , Executive Associate
• 255 Westminster Street
• Office of Human Resources
• Providence , Rhode Island 02903
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]