Salary: $66,400.00 - $119,500.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 187755
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Office of Technology and Information Services
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AM75
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC06
Hiring Range - Min.: $75,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,000.00
Opening Date: 04/27/2026

Job Responsibilities
Network Access Control Engineer

The Department of Administration's Office of Technology & Information Services (OTIS) is seeking a Network Access Control (NAC) Engineer to join the team. OTIS oversees the state's federated model for implementing, enhancing, and protecting information technology (IT) resources and the utilization of IT shared services across agencies. In this role under the Network Integration team, you will be instrumental in fortifying the security framework that underpins our agency network. Your expertise will safeguard sensitive organizational data by designing and enforcing robust access control mechanisms. This role directly contributes to the reliability and resilience of our IT infrastructure by implementing network access controls leveraging NAC technologies and zero-trust models. You will ultimately ensure that only authorized users and devices gain access to our network, thereby minimizing risks of breaches and enhancing overall organizational trust. Your work will have a significant impact on our ability to maintain compliance with government security standards and regulations, enhancing our reputation as a secure and innovative company. If you are a network professional with a keen ability to dive deep in customer conversations, ultimately providing sound technical solutions, this position is for you!

This position is onsite in Columbia, SC.

Responsibilities of the NAC Engineer:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive NAC policies, including guest access and compliance checks for BYOD and IoT devices.
• Analyze network traffic, device behavior, and security postures to identify risks and prevent unauthorized access.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain NAC solutions (e.g., Cisco ISE, Meraki Secure Access Manager, Aruba ClearPass, MS NPS Server or equivalent).
• Using industry best practices, install, configure and troubleshoot network devices and their operating systems.
• Perform peer review of network configuration changes to be made by other Network Engineers.
• Troubleshoot switching and routing issues across the network. Support network connectivity for cloud and DR networks.
• Respond to network security incidents and troubleshoot connectivity issues related to security policies.
• Create detailed documentation, network diagrams, and change histories for all security configurations.
• Monitor network performance and utilization with available tools to ensure that the network remains healthy and functional.
• Utilize test environments, when possible, to evaluate and test new network configurations or hardware so that the network can be improved with no adverse impact to customers.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree related to Information Technology. Relevant experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
  • Experience: Two (2) plus years in network security, specifically with NAC technologies.
  • Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP), firewalls, and segmentation.
  • Tools: Hands-on experience with Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, or similar platforms.
  • Scripting: Familiarity with Python or PowerShell for automation.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of LAN, WAN and MAN; data transport such as MPLS and Metro Ethernet; routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF; TCP/IP; VLANs; 802.1q trunking; VoIP design and support; wireless networking; network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds.
• Must have the ability to design, implement and manage security policies to control, authenticate, and audit user and device access to agency networks.
• Demonstrable experience in configuring and managing Cisco NAC using ISE, Meraki Secure Access Manager or similar NAC platforms like Aruba ClearPass or Microsoft NPS with a strong grasp of zero-trust networking concepts.
• Ability to train, direct, and coordinate work of a small team of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to present technical and non-technical reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with vendors, management staff, and users.
• Position may require overnight travel.
• Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
• Position requires on-call shifts and call back.
• Position requires routine driver duties.
• Position requires frequent stooping and/or bending.
• Position requires frequent lifting: 25lbs.
• Position is required to report to work during hazardous weather events and emergency situations.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant industry certifications such as CCNA Security, or Aruba Certified ClearPass Expert.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship from the Department of Administration for employment visa status?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select which of the options below best represents your level of education and experience.

• At least a bachelor's degree related to Information Technology.
• An associate's degree and at least two (2) years of experience in Information Technology.
• A high school diploma and at least four (4) of experience in Information Technology.
• None of the above.

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Do you have more than two (2) years of experience in network security, specifically with Network Access Control technologies? (This experience must be in addition to any years of experience used as an equivalency in question 3).

• Yes
• No

Required Question