Director Network Programming Jobs in Powder Springs, GA

Classified - Position - Technology - Network Engineer
Job Number 2400134420
Start Date 06/08/2026
Open Date 05/27/2026
Closing Date 06/05/2026
POSITION TITLE: Systems Engineer III, Network Services
JOB CODE: 446F
DIVISION: Technology Services
SALARY SCHEDULE: Technology Services
DEPARTMENT: Network Services
WORKDAYS: Annual Administrative Employees
REPORTS TO: Director, Network Services
PAY GRADE: Level F (NT06)
FLSA: Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the successful completion of the tasks and deliverables within the network services department; assists in the planning, forecasting, implementation, and identification of resource requirements for network systems (including wireless) of moderate complexity; participates in systems planning, system architecture design and engineering; integrates and schematically depicts systems architectures, topologies, hardware, and software into complete network configurations; evaluates new products, performs network and system problem resolution and assists in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applications; monitors protocol compatibility, performs system tuning and makes recommendations for improvement; designs, installs, configures, maintains, and optimizes Microsoft's: Active Directory, Network Policy Server/Virtual Private Networks, Federation Services, Hyper Converge Infrastructure, Clustering Services, Hyper-V, Server Operating Systems, PowerShell, Group Policy Object, System Center Configuration Manager, System Operations Manager and other products.
REVISON DATE(s) : 2/24
REQUIREMENTS:
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Educational Level: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent work experience) that provides the required knowledge and skills in current industry principles and practices of designing, developing, and managing enterprise-wide servers and operating systems
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Certification/License Required: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE - Server), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP - Enterprise Administrator), Windows Server Hybrid, Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator or other relevant certification
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Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in network engineering and systems administration
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Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; ability to thoroughly and accurately document policies and procedures
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
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Directs the activities of subordinate personnel in the network operations department.
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Provides input to performance objectives and performance reviews of subordinate personnel in the network operations department.
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Develops project plans for network operations.
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Writes standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintains content of current documentation for the network and system administration.
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Maintains and documents system configurations.
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Maintains and documents equipment maintenance schedules.
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Maintains and documents system access and control procedures.
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Manages system performance, acting as appropriate.
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Maintains historical records for network operations.
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Participates in the development and testing of plans to continue information systems functions in the event of a disaster that interrupts normal network operations.
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Participates in development and periodic testing of security processes as they relate to the network systems.
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Provides direct consultation and support to projects or application developers in the areas of network configurations and operations.
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Participates in the inspections of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables to provide a network operations perspective.
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Researches, evaluates, and makes recommendations concerning new third-party products or industry trends which are related to network operations and the impact of using such products.
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Leads the development of network requirements, completes feasibility studies and provides recommendations for the Change Control Board (CCB).
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Moderates and inspects SDLC deliverables; e.g. system and network specifications, development test plans, integration test plans, and construction elements.
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Provides constructive feedback and commitment to continuous improvement in client-wide quality initiatives.
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Participates in the resolution of service requests from the Customer Care Center (CCC) within approved guidelines and timelines.
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Provides support and consultative services to the end-user community in response to service requests from the Customer Care Center (CCC).
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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
Shift Type Full-Time
Shift Start 7:00 AM
Shift End 4:00 PM
Job Category Professional/Supervisory/Technical