Network Administrator

• Serve as a representative of ESC Region 13, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions with other members of the educational community and with the public
• Network Administration Responsibilities
• Provide network support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients by phone and on- site service
• Monitor WAN and l.AN network status for ESC Region 1 3 and constituent school systems, including benchmark performance for connectivity to multiple upstream providers
• Manage network routers, firewalls, switches, and content filters
• Configure and monitor wireless networks for on-site and remote clients
• Manage equipment configurations, installations, and upgrades for WAN and l.AN environments
• Conduct server installations, patch management, and virtual infrastructure support
• Provide server administration and virtualization support for constituent school systems, including deployment, maintenance, and optimization of VMware, Hyper- V, and similar platforms
• Participate in network planning, design, and capacity management for ESC Region 13 and supported school systems
• Create and maintain network and configuration documentation for team use
• Cybersecurity and Training Responsibilities
• Administer and monitor firewalls (Palo Alto, pfSense) and VP N connections for security and availability
• Implement and maintain intrusion detection/prevention systems and perform incident response activities
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and remediate security gaps
• Manage security settings, alerts, and compliance baselines in Microsoft 365 Security Center and Google Workspace Admin Console
• Support the development and alignment of cybersecurity controls with the Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF) and recognized standards such as NIST CSF and ISO 27001
• Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops for constituent school systems on cybersecurity best practices, data protection, and incident response readiness
• Collaborate with technology directors and administrators across school systems to strengthen regional cybersecurity awareness and response capabilities
• Research emerging threats and evolving security technologies, providing proactive recommendations to improve resilience across educational environments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Budget Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions:

• Communicate effectively, both written and orally
• Follow policies and procedures
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and perform equipment installation tasks
• Maintain emotional control under stress and manage multiple priorities
• Interpret and maintain technical data and documentation
• Work independently and as a team member
• Work extended hours as needed, including evenings or weekends for critical maintenance or school system support
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Equipment Used:

• Phone
• Computer
• Network equipment
• Security appliances
• Virtualization platforms

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• Associate degree in a technical field and 3 years of experience in networking and cybersecurity
• Technical school completion and 3 years of experience in networking and cybersecurity
• Significant experience in networking and cybersecurity may be considered in place of formal education

In addition:

• Candidates without current CompTIA certification(s) must obtain Security+ or equivalent within a reasonable time following employment (typically within six months).
• Ongoing professional development is expected, including pursuit of advanced or additional certifications relevant to network administration, cybersecurity, and/or cloud infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications (years of experience, education, certifications):

• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA (Security+, Network+), CISSP (a plus), CEH (preferred), or related credentials
• Experience with pfSense, Palo Alto Networks (firewall policy, VPN, and security profile management), Microsoft 365 Security Center, and Google Workspace Admin/Security Tools
• Experience with Aruba/HP Greenlake, Cisco Meraki, and Ubiquiti Unifi platforms
• Familiarity with the Texas Cybersecurity Framework (preferred but not required) ; an in- depth understanding of cybersecurity standards such as NIST or ISO 27001 is strongly preferred

Knowledge/ Skills:

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, Vl.ANs, routing, switching, and VPN technologies
• Proficiency in firewall and content filter configuration and management (pfSense, Palo Alto preferred)
• Experience with l.AN/WAN design, monitoring, and troubleshooting for multi- site environments
• Familiarity with intrusion detection and prevention systems, DDoS mitigation, and incident response
• Experience supporting server administration functions for constituent school systems, including virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper- V, patching, imaging, and system lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of M365 and Google Workspace security and identity management controls
• Ability to conduct cybersecurity training sessions and technical workshops for school system IT staff
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a regional team environment

Salary: This is a full-time, twelve (12) month position at 232 days, with a salary in the range of $82,572.00 to $100,067.00.