Network Engineer (Consultant)Interview Process: 1 round, virtualDuration of the Contract: 12 MonthsPossibility for Extension: YesWork Location: Role is hybrid (3 days onsite per week)Candidate location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation allowed.Participate in cross-functional teams to support server hosting initiatives, including segmentation and modernization efforts.Coordinate with IT Section Managers and Team Leads to execute daily tasks and project milestones.Advise on hardware configurations and system implementations, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical standards.Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver solutions during environment conversion.Implement access controls, security baselines, and audit logging in accordance with CIS, NIST, and organizational IT security policies.Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and enhance the security posture.Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex identity, access, and authentication issues.Work closely with network, server, and help desk teams to support infrastructure needs and cross-functional initiatives.Participate in infrastructure projects, migrations, and upgrades, including cloud integration and modernization efforts.Ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments, escalating issues as needed and reporting progress to management.Produce clear technical documentation, implementation plans, and roadmaps for system enhancements and lifecycle planning.Demonstrate the ability to work independently and flexibly, including outside traditional business hours when necessary.Required Skills (Rank in Order of Importance):Experience with Windows server.GPO and PowershellMicrosoft Active DirectoryExperience with backup and Disaster Recovery (DR)Advanced knowledge of computer and network hardware, software, operating systemsExperience with security and data classification related to CDC, HIPAA, and CJIS.Advanced knowledge of information technology system analysis, design, testing and maintenance techniquesPreferred Skills (Rank in Order of Importance):Prefer experience with Microsoft HyperVExperience with Linux Server, AIXExperience with DataDobiExperience with SolarwindsExperience with LansweeperCITRIX Presentation Server or XenAppSoft Skills:Critical thinking skills and problem resolutionAbility to establish positive working relationships with technical staff, customers and others involved in data-centric management.Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills