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IT Manager I

Columbia, SC · On-site

$98K - $103K/yr

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for network cabling in Columbia, SC is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Network Cabling job involves installing, maintaining, and repairing the physical cables that connect devices in a network, such as Ethernet and fiber optic cables. Technicians ensure proper cable routing, test network connections, and troubleshoot issues to maintain efficient data communication. This role is critical in businesses, data centers, and commercial buildings to support reliable internet and communication infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Network Cabling job openings in Columbia, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,271 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Enterprise Network Administrator I

Trace Systems

Shaw Air Force Base, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Job Overview
Job Title: Enterprise Network Administrator I
Location: Shaw AFB
This position is pending contract award.
Job Responsibilities
Trace Systems is seeking a dynamic Enterprise Network Administrator I to join our team in support of the AFCENT Combined Air Operations Center (CAOC) contract at Shaw AFB. This role offers the opportunity to design, oversee and guide efforts to install, operate, maintain, administer and manage Enterprise and AOC Weapons System network infrastructure and systems to ensure services are operational and available with minimal interruption. This includes the switches, routers, encryption devices, cabling and other equipment providing data connectivity. If you're ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a mission-critical environment, this opportunity is for you!
The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Communications Security (COMSEC) Support. The contractor shall provide cryptographic equipment/COMSEC support, as required, as an alternate COMSEC custodian. Contractor responsibilities include, but are not limited to, installing, configuring, operating and maintaining encryption devices; performing hardware, software or firmware upgrades; and loading, rekeying and remotely managing encryption devices; and handling, managing and securing COMSEC material IAW AFMAN 17-1302-O, Communications Security Operations.
  • Provide Tier 2 technical support (diagnosis, analysis and troubleshooting and resolution for more complex network, client and end-user connectivity issues escalated by Tier 1 technical support staff);
  • Add and remove client devices (e.g., PCs, Thin Clients, VoIPs, VoSIPs, VTCs, DVTCs, peripherals, etc.) from networks;
  • Operate and maintain call manager (Cisco Unified Communications Manager); implement add, moves and changes; and manage DHCP reservations;
  • Update and patch network equipment, firmware and software to ensure configuration and cybersecurity compliance;
  • Operate and maintain access control systems; and manage and configure MAC address authentication;
  • Administer network administrative accounts and access;
  • Operate and maintain network monitoring and analysis tools; and detect, analyze and resolve network infrastructure and systems problems;
  • Monitor and control network performance, utilization and capacity to ensure optimal performance, availability, serviceability and recoverability; and report any vulnerabilities or deficiencies to technical representatives
  • Evaluate current infrastructure, research current technologies/solutions; and provide hardware/software upgrade and replacement recommendations for end-of-life/end-of- support COTS products to technical representatives;
  • Assist with the tracking and management of COTS licenses, warranties, service level agreements renewals for network equipment and software;
  • Support interior existing and new network cabling/wiring infrastructure (fiber and copper) to include installing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing cabling/wiring; and ensure cabling/wiring and patch panels are properly installed and labeled IAW TIA/EIA and local standards;
  • Assist with circuit actions to include preparing and coordinating requests for service; engineering, installing, testing and accepting or removing circuits per Telecommunications Service Orders; and preparing and maintaining circuit documentation and historical records;
  • Set-up, tear-down, configure, troubleshoot and maintain deployable communications suites (e.g., ECKs);
  • Update and maintain network configuration and connectivity drawings, diagrams and engineering and installation documentation, and publish semi-annually; and
  • Develop and submit an Enterprise Networks Monthly Status Report;
  • Manage, guide and train other Network Administrators and support personnel to ensure effective delivery and operation of the enterprise Network capabilities;
  • Other Duties as Required.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance.
  • Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
  • DoDM 8140 IAT Level 2 (Security+) or higher.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent certification.

Education
  • Associates degree in Computer Science or Networking; or 2+ years Networking experience.

Trace Systems
Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text 'tracejobs' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com. #jointracesystems
Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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