Network Technician

Overview Our government client is looking for an experienced Network Technician on a hybrid 12+ months renewable contract opportunity in Columbia, SC . W2 RATE - $47/hr Work Location : Role is onsite (2 days remote, 3 days onsite) Base pay range - $90,000.00/yr - $96,000.00/yr Duration of the Contract : 12 months Possibility for Extension : Yes Candidate location : Candidate MUST be a SC resident or willing to relocate to SC prior to starting the role at their own expense. Interview Process : 1 round, virtual (video required) Scope of the project The agency is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting multiple mission-critical applications for the agency. This position will also assist in enhancing the agency’s facilities and network documentation efforts and contribute to a dashboard-driven view of agency assets. This position reports directly to the Senior Network Architect. Responsibilities Install and implement LAN and wireless infrastructure including switches, cabling, APs, and other components. Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex network issues and implement root cause prevention. Monitor and optimize network performance, document incident resolution paths. Maintain and update SOPs, diagrams, and technical documentation. Assist in hardware/network design, configuration, and infrastructure planning. Maintain a complete and updated network equipment inventory and assist in lifecycle planning. Evaluate new networking technologies and provide integration recommendations. Facilities and Dashboard Support Tasks Collaborate with Facilities and Finance to update the master inventory of agency locations, including: Property ownership (county/private/agency lease) Address, county, square footage, network bandwidth Price/cost, agency positions assigned to facility Work directly with Architect on floor plan/system inventory updates. Add details to office floor plans including workstations and equipment placements. Produce and maintain a centralized dashboard (working jointly with relevant DTS staff) that: Displays all facility data Provides links to floorplans (PDF/CAD) Pulls in agency personnel count, facility components, and system data Ensure facility data is well-documented and available in reportable format. Additional Project-Based Tasks Perform physical audits and cleanup of network closets, labeling and organizing to industry standards. Update and maintain CAD/PDF “as-built” network diagrams, including cable pathways, patch panels, and rack layouts for all 68 agency office locations. Conduct on-site cellular signal strength assessments using SIM-based tools to support SD-WAN carrier selection. Network closet audit reports (with before/after photos and patch documentation). Up-to-date floorplans with workstations and network layouts for 68 offices. Monthly summary of activities, hours worked, and progress. SOPs and documentation for patching and network closet standards. Dashboard implementation and associated facility data. Required Skills Basic to moderately complex knowledge of data network services and data communications. Moderately complex to complex knowledge of methods of data network design and equipment configuration requirements. Moderately complex to complex knowledge of office automation systems, information processing operations, fiber optics, and microcomputer hardware/software as they relate to the latest trends in data networks connectivity. Moderately complex to complex knowledge of computer system analysis, design, testing, debugging, and maintenance techniques. Ability to present technical and non-technical reports in a clear and concise manner. Preferred Skills Skilled in cable management, patch panels, fiber optics, and troubleshooting in telecom/network closets. Ability to produce clear, comprehensive documentation of configurations, procedures, and incident logs. Familiarity with wireless infrastructure, cloud networking (SD-WAN, Azure), and VoIP technologies. Education & Certifications Required Education : A bachelor’s degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field and experience in information technology systems or a related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Required Certifications : N/A About Vector Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization’s operating philosophy and commitment to People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY. “Celebrating 30 years of service.” Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology, Engineering, and Analyst Industries IT Services and IT Consulting, Civic and Social Organizations, and Computer and Network Security Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Area $30.00-$45.00 2 days ago South Carolina, United States $43.75-$50.00 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr