IT - SCDOR - Network Engineer Consultant

Position Information

Position Type	Staff Augmentation	Hours/Week	40
Billing Type	Hourly	Shift	Day
Projected Start Date	12/02/2026	Start Time	8:00 AM
Projected End Date/Duration	12 Months from projected start date	End Time	5:00 PM
Bid Limit Per Vendor	2	Number of Positions	1
Desired Career Level	Experienced Non-manager	Minimum Education Level	Bachelor's Degree
Weekend	None

Position Location

Address	300A Outlet Pointe Blvd	City	Columbia
State	South Carolina	Zip	29210
Country	UNITED STATES

Requirements

Travel Required

No

Security Required

Yes

Onboarding Category

The following are required for bid submission:

• Resume
• R2R
• Cover Letter
• Meets Work Location

Position Description
Please ensure you attach the SC Cover Sheet (attached), a valid Right to Represent, and the candidate's resume with full legal first name, and last name. Posting attachments should be named as AttachmentName_PostingID_LastName_FirstName. Ex: Resume_1234_Last_First, RTR_1234_Last_First, Coversheet_1234_Last_First

Withdrawn candidates will not be permitted to be replaced. If you would like to use a sub vendor, only 1 level deep, please submit the Sub Vendor usage form.

The State of South Carolina is looking for a Network Engineer - Consultant
Why is this position open: Rebid for an incumbent currently in the position.
Will close to submissions on November 2nd, 2026, 5:00PM EST.
Interview Process: 1 Round - Onsite Interviews Only
Duration of the Contract: 12 Months
Possibility for Extension: Yes
Work Location: Hybrid. 3 Days Onsite and 2 Days Remote per Week
Candidate location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation allowed.


Scope of the project:

This specific Statement of Work is for a contractor that demonstrates an expert knowledge of designing, implementing, and support of agency VMWare solutions. This individual will need to work with various application and infrastructure groups to understand requirements for each area of the organization. Design documentation will need to be produced documenting final deployment details along with support procedures as needed.

General duties include effectively researching and providing guidance leading to solutions with our strategic direction initiatives that include but is not limited to monitoring system infrastructure and security; assist in supporting disaster recovery/failover scenarios.

This position at the South Carolina Department of Revenue is one of multiple that will form a team of highly experienced IT professionals with time sensitive challenging projects. This contractor will be an expert in some or all of the fields of networking, virtual environments, security, encryption, network automation, Microsoft server, and networking environments. The intent of this work order is to provide implementation and maintenance support on the network and networked systems at the SC Department of Revenue.

Under general supervision, the contractor will serve as an engineer reporting directly to a functional manager. Contractor will be a team member that ensures the stability and integrity of data, and server services through monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all server infrastructure. This individual has 24/7 on-call responsibilities shared with the group.

Pre-employment Checks
At a minimum, Suppliers will run:
" Nationwide criminal history check, which must include Federal, State, and County records for the states (or countries if applicable) where the Supplier's employee has resided in the past seven years
" Credit history check
" E-Verify in compliance with FAR E-Verify clause FAR 52.222-54, Employment Verification. As proof of enrollment, Supplier will provide UGU a copy of its "Maintain Company page from E-Verify.

All hired contractors will have their South Carolina tax history checked. Contractors must be current on filings and payments.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

Non-Technical
- Effectively interact and communicate with peer to Director-level IT professionals.
- Provide feedback to team regarding product issues, enhancements and new features.
- Must have initiative, drive and be a self-starter.
- Ability to ask pertinent questions of others.
- Proactively seek to identify, communicate and implement process related improvements.
- Effectively manage multiple tasks and activities concurrently and able to provide periodic status updates to key stakeholders.
- Collaborate extensively with peers and management to resolve client issues while actively contributing to a growing knowledge network that improves the effectiveness of our team and the information available to our clients.
- Prioritize numerous issues of varying severity, and effectively manage the resolution of all issues within accepted service levels. This includes ownership of the data entered into the Helpdesk system and appropriately updating both client and appropriate employees of status of all issues on a timely basis.
- Good customer skills, be attentive to detail, and responsive to customer tickets.

Technical
- Troubleshoot and recommend technical solutions.
- Develop workaround solutions as appropriate.
- Perform equipment and software upgrades.
- Install, configure, test, monitor, and maintain system and application hardware, and software.
- Diagnose and resolve problems related to hardware and software; and escalate complex issues to other groups or vendors for resolution.
- Maintain familiarity with current computer and network products.
- Adhere to corporate information security guidelines and promote information security among coworkers
- Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills (rank in order of Importance):
" 13+ Years of Experience in IT
" 6+ Years of State Government Experience
" VCP certification required, 5+ years equivalent experience in VMware.
" 8+ Years of Experience with Enterprise environments with known issues on both the SAN and VMware front.
" 8+ Years of Experience with VMware ESX administration.
" Capacity planning based on technical analysis research.

Preferred Skills (rank in order of Importance):
" Experience in these areas would be a plus: NIST, PCI, Pub 1075 environment, PowerShell, and Change Management.
" Hands-on technical knowledge of network and server operating systems.
" Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
" Advanced knowledge in Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019

Additional Skills
" Highly self-motivated, a team player and attention to detail.
" Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
" Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.
" Strong customer service skills.

Required Education/Certifications:
" A Bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or related field

Required Skills
Skill Type
Skill Name
Certification Education License Other Skill
13+ Years of Experience in IT
Certification Education License Other Skill
3+ Years of State Government Experience
Certification Education License Other Skill
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Certification OR 5+ additional Years of Experience in VMware.
Certification Education License Other Skill
8+ Years of Experience with Enterprise environments with known issues on both the SAN and VMware front.
Certification Education License Other Skill
8+ Years of Experience with VMware ESX administration.
Certification Education License Other Skill
Experience with Capacity Planning based on technical analysis research.
Certification Education License Other Skill
Bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or related field
Preferred Skills
Skill Type
Skill Name
Certification Education License Other Skill
Experience with NIST, PCI, or a Pub 1075 environment
Certification Education License Other Skill
Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
Certification Education License Other Skill
Advanced knowledge in Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019

Attachment:

Team Size: 3	Dress Code: Business Casual
Primary Work Location: 300 A Outlet Point Blvd, Columbia, SC 29210	Secondary Work Location: None
# of Openings: 1	How Many resumes do you want to review at one time? All Qualified
Company / Department culture The SC Dept. of Revenue is among the most sought-after agency in the state sector for contractors due to our reputation for accomplishing highly complex technology in a multi-layer secured environment. We are known for requiring skilled and professional workers that can get the job done well and on time. Our team is creative and hardworking. The DOR technology division implements technology using effective methodology and procedures, and we appreciate the insights and best practices that contractors bring with them. Company Culture: A strong and healthy organizational culture will drive our efforts and lead to success for all stakeholders. SCDOR strives to exemplify a culture that embodies: Excellence demonstrated by focusing on proactive customer service. Open Communication demonstrated through vibrant two-way communication with stakeholders. Functional Security demonstrated through the protection of taxpayer information. Leadership demonstrated by modeling integrity, ethical behavior, and the highest standards of conduct. Visionary and Innovative planning and problem solving. Ownership of problems by taking responsibility for actions and performance. Accountability demonstrated through performance metrics and evaluations. Collaboration among teams for everyday process improvement. Empowering Employees to make a positive difference by enhancing their skills and knowledge, as well as recognizing their contributions.

Professionalism demonstrated by competent, resourceful, accountable, and courteous employees. Why I enjoy working here: Ability to make a difference. Access to challenging opportunities. Healthy work/family balance.

Why is this position open This is a 3-year reposting for an existing contractor position. The incumbent contractor is likely to reapply.

Scope of the project: This specific Statement of Work is for a contractor that demonstrates an expert knowledge of designing, implementing, and support of agency VMWare solutions. This individual will need to work with various application and infrastructure groups to understand requirements for each area of the organization. Design documentation will need to be produced documenting final deployment details along with support procedures as needed. General duties include effectively researching and providing guidance leading to solutions with our strategic direction initiatives that include but is not limited to monitoring system infrastructure and security; assist in supporting disaster recovery/failover scenarios. This position at the South Carolina Department of Revenue is one of multiple that will form a team of highly experienced IT professionals with time sensitive challenging projects. This contractor will be an expert in some or all of the fields of networking, virtual environments, security, encryption, network automation, Microsoft server, and networking environments. The intent of this work order is to provide implementation and maintenance support on the network and networked systems at the SC Department of Revenue. Under general supervision, the contractor will serve as an engineer reporting directly to a functional manager. Contractor will be a team member that ensures the stability and integrity of data, and server services through monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all server infrastructure. This individual has 24/7 on-call responsibilities shared with the group.

Pre-employment Checks At a minimum, Suppliers will run:

Nationwide criminal history check, which must include Federal, State, and County records for the states (or countries if applicable) where the Supplier's employee has resided in the past seven years Credit history check E-Verify in compliance with FAR E-Verify clause FAR 52.222-54, Employment Verification. As proof of enrollment, Supplier will provide UGU a copy of its "Maintain Company page from E-Verify. All hired contractors will have their South Carolina tax history checked. Contractors must be current on filings and payments.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities: Non-Technical Effectively interact and communicate with peer to Director-level IT professionals. Provide feedback to team regarding product issues, enhancements and new features. Must have initiative, drive and be a self-starter. Ability to ask pertinent questions of others. Proactively seek to identify, communicate and implement process related improvements. Effectively manage multiple tasks and activities concurrently and able to provide periodic status updates to key stakeholders. Collaborate extensively with peers and management to resolve client issues while actively contributing to a growing knowledge network that improves the effectiveness of our team and the information available to our clients. Prioritize numerous issues of varying severity, and effectively manage the resolution of all issues within accepted service levels. This includes ownership of the data entered into the Helpdesk system and appropriately updating both client and appropriate employees of status of all issues on a timely basis. Good customer skills, be attentive to detail, and responsive to customer tickets. Technical Troubleshoot and recommend technical solutions. Develop workaround solutions as appropriate. Perform equipment and software upgrades. Install, configure, test, monitor, and maintain system and application hardware, and software. Diagnose and resolve problems related to hardware and software; and escalate complex issues to other groups or vendors for resolution. Maintain familiarity with current computer and network products. Adhere to corporate information security guidelines and promote information security among coworkers Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Skills (rank in order of Importance): 13+ Years of Experience in IT 3+ Years of State Government Experience	Preferred Skills (rank in order of Importance): Experience with NIST, PCI, or a Pub 1075 environment

VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Certification OR 5+ additional Years of Experience in VMware. 8+ Years of Experience with Enterprise environments with known issues on both the SAN and VMware front. 8+ Years of Experience with VMware ESX administration. Experience with Capacity Planning based on technical analysis research.	Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP. Advanced knowledge in Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019
Additional Skills Highly self-motivated, a team player and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment. Strong customer service skills.
Required Education/Certifications: A Bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or related field