Systems/Network Specialist

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi's Mississippi Department of Employment Security seeks a systems/network specialist for the Hinds County area. The role requires strong network operations and administration capabilities across LAN/WAN, with emphasis on security and reliability.

You'll work with internal and external providers to troubleshoot, implement, and maintain complex multi-platform environments, mentor staff, and support agency technology goals.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 3-5+ years of IT experience with emphasis in network operations and administration.
• Role focuses on design, implementation and evaluation of network/system administration across multi-platform environments.
• Experience with LAN/WAN configurations and network security is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain the network in collaboration with internal and external providers.
• Design, implement, and evaluate system administration and operating systems across platforms.
• Maintain effective network security and backup processes.
• May serve as project lead and provide technical direction to team members.
• Mentor less experienced staff and contribute to standards development.

Skills

Team Player

Good communication

Willing to do whatever is needed

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Systems/Network Specialist in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$55,877.96 - $86,417.78 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9548-0671-20260831HDS

0671 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY

Opening Date

09/04/2026

9/14/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$55,877.96

$86,417.78

About the Agency

The goal of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is to help Mississippians get jobs. Through our network of WIN Job Centers, MDES matches qualified, prospective employees with employers. Also at Job Centers, Mississippians can obtain job training to sharpen their work skills and make themselves more competitive in the job market. The mission statement for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is "Helping Mississippians Get Jobs." The email address for the MDES Human Resources Department is [e-mail], and the phone number is 601-321-6000.

Second-level professional position accountable for applying and using experience in the field of network operations and administration and, in close cooperation with internal and external network support providers, to troubleshoot and maintain the network. Accountable for the design, implementation, and evaluation of system administration and operating systems. Makes recommendations for the agency. Focuses on the hardware and software aspects of network operations across multiple platforms of LAN and WAN configurations. Monitors use, capacity, and performance of network systems. Makes recommendations for changes and may implement agreed enhancements. Accountable for installation and implementation of new network and communication equipment or software as required. Maintains effective network security and backup. Makes recommendations for process improvement in relevant disciplines. Participates in the development of system administration and operating system standards. Works on and solves complex problems where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Provides complex technical support in the relevant field of discipline. May serve as project lead and provide technical direction to lower-level team members. Mentors less experienced staff. Professional position that is accountable for the development, enhancement, and maintenance of multi-platform hardware and software operating systems of moderate complexity and risk or impact for assigned organizational areas. May be accountable for multiple multi-platform hardware and software operating systems and system administration teams. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license and pass an extensive background check.

What you'll need to be Successful

Team Player, Good communication skills, Willing to do whatever is needed to get the job done, and open to changes as they come up in the IT world.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5+ years of IT experience with emphasis in network operations and administration.

Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201