Network & Systems Administrator

Job Summary This Network & Systems Administrator is a full‑time, on‑site position in Rice County, MN. The role manages continuous improvement of the County’s information systems and applications, provides technical and process solutions, leads projects, and serves as the ticket escalation point for assigned departments. Responsibilities Provides application support and integration services. Provides network/user troubleshooting and support. Performs installation and maintenance of departmental application servers. Researches, recommends, and facilitates the implementation of system and process improvements. Monitors network and information systems for security vulnerabilities or breaches and takes appropriate action to remediate or reduce risk. Manages network security to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive resources. Provides specific systems support and integration services. Tracks compliance with BCA, FBI, NIST and other relevant requirements. Serves as technology LASO or works closely with the assigned LASO for compliance requirements. Provides IT support for the PSAP as required by the SLA between Rice and Steele 911 Center Joint Powers Board. Facilitates website management and changes. Available to assist during all critical system events. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in Information Technology or closely related field. Three to five years of related experience, including current versions of Windows Server, personal computer hardware and software, network troubleshooting and maintenance, server virtualization, script writing, and Microsoft 365. Valid driver’s license. Successful completion of a finger‑print based criminal history check and annual certification through the BCA. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or closely related field. Three to five years of related experience. Microsoft, Project Management, network, and security certifications. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Within 30 days of hire, must become certified in CJIS Security and Awareness. Within six months of hire, must become certified in Project Plus. Within one year of hire, must pass one Microsoft certification and become certified in Network Plus and Security Plus or equivalent. Supplemental Information Must be available during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Position is full‑time, 40 hours per week. Non‑Exempt / Non‑Union / Grade 13. County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave, and long‑term disability insurance. County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. #J-18808-Ljbffr