Network and System Security Coordinator

The Big Walnut Local School District is seeking a Network and System Security Coordinator to begin with the start of the 2026/2027 school year.

This position is located within the Big Walnut Schools and will be hired through the ESC of Central Ohio.

We seek an individual who is organized, efficient, and self-motivated.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication and collaboration skills, and will contribute to the development of a healthy, safe, and caring environment by understanding the emotional and social development of children.

The Network and System Security Coordinator is responsible for installing, maintaining, monitoring, and securing the District's network and client/server infrastructure.

Please see the attached job description for complete details.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by May 25, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications: * Four-year college degree in Computer Science, Networking, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or related discipline or a two-year degree in a similar area combined with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing and maintaining networks and servers.

* This position may require occasional travel, extended hours, and attendance at evening or weekend events.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Meet all requirements for employment in Ohio public schools, including successful completion of required background checks.

* Comply with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

Preferred Qualifications: * Experience overseeing technology and infrastructure in a PK12 setting.

* Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA, HPE Aruba Certified Networking Associate, ISC2 certifications, CompTIA Network+ and/or CompTIA Security+. * Experience installing and configuring routing and switching hardware.

* Experience managing an IP/cloud-based phone system.

* Experience with server visualization technology such as VMWare, Hyper-V, Nutanix.

* Understanding of student data privacy and cybersecurity legislation.

* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, school personnel, parents/guardians, and outside agencies * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail * Alternative to the above qualifications as Superintendent or Board of Education may find appropriate or as otherwise permissible by law Salary: * 260-Day contract * Salary commensurate with experience and is anticipated to be $75,000 to $90,000 Reports To: District Director of Technology For more information, please see attached job description.

For questions, please contact Glenn Welker, Director of Technology, ().