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IT Network Administrator

IT Network Administrator

State of KansasShawnee, Kansas, US
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Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs : parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary :

The IT Network Administrator manages the agency’s network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs. This role is essential to maintaining secure, high-performance connectivity and supporting the agency's cybersecurity and uptime goals.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Configure and maintain Layer 2 / 3 networking infrastructure
  • Manage routing, DHCP / DNS, and firewall rules
  • Coordinate firmware and patching on equipment
  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot outages, and optimize traffic
  • Monitor centralized logging systems and coordinate resolution
  • Support VPN access, secure remote connections, and endpoint segmentation
  • Document network architecture and maintain configuration baselines
  • Document and maintain DR protocols
  • Respond to cybersecurity events related to network behavior

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

  • 3+ years of network administration experience
  • Experience with Cisco, Fortinet, or Dell networking gear
  • Knowledge of IP addressing, subnetting, and access control
  • Familiarity with SIEMs, IDS / IPS, and basic incident response
  • Familiarity with centralized logging software

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • CCNA or Network+ certification
  • Public sector or regulated environment experience
  • Familiarity with NIST or ISO cybersecurity frameworks
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow

    • Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :

    Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate :  A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.

    If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

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    Network Administrator • Shawnee, Kansas, US