Network and Systems Support Engineer - Columbia

Turner, Padget, Graham and Laney, P.A. is one of South Carolina's longest standing law firms with seven locations.We know our people are our greatest asset and it is reflected in our core values and mission that we put into practice every day. We understand the importance of balancing work, family and community involvement and have created an environment that emulates just that. Excellent benefits start the first of the month following your start date; competitive salaries, cutting edge technology and a most pleasant workplace are features of employment at our firm.We are seeking a curious, independent Network and Systems Support Engineer in our Columbia office with experience in network modeling, configuration, and administration. The Systems Engineer is responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimizing Turner Padget's enterprise infrastructure across multiple locations, ensuring network connectivity, secure access, and efficient operations for Turner Padget systems and employees.Job Description: Provide advanced network administration and troubleshooting for ISP, MPLS, SD-WAN and internal wired and wireless infrastructure, resolving connectivity and performance issuesConfigure, monitor, and troubleshoot network firewalls, modems, routers, and switchesSupport and maintain network closets, including patching, cabling, and labeling racks and switchesCreate and maintain office network mapsUtilize DNS, DHCP and VLANs to ensure reliable network segmentation, security, and quality of service Support secure remote access solutions, including VPN provisioning, certificate‑based authentication, and access control enforcementWork with Active Directory and Group Policy to manage user accounts, policies, and domain servicesStrategically plan network and hardware maintenance windows, accounting for the needs and schedules of company employeesEnsure compliance with current industry security standardsProvide general Tier II and III technical support to attorneys and staffUp to 25% travel - typically same day only - to remote offices within South Carolina, Augusta GA, and Charlotte NCTeam Requirements: Candidate must be able to work independently, involving, but not limited to: Following and creating technical documentationEvaluating emerging network security trendsCompleting software deployments during maintenance windows Support end users through creative solutions to everyday impedimentsCoordinate with vendors in installing, upgrading, maintaining, and troubleshooting networkRecognize that the candidate's customers are the attorneys and staff of the law firm, and to be able to adapt according to their needsBe personable, pleasant, and clear in speaking to end users and business project owners when affirming business practices or assisting with technical issues Technical Requirements: Bachelor's degree or 3 years work-related experienceCCNA/CCNP CertificationExperience with Cisco Catalyst and Meraki platformsExperience with Sophos FirewallsExperience with Cisco Unified Communications a plusExperience supporting multi‑site environments and legal‑industry applications is preferred.Proven analytical and problem-solving techniquesStrong written and oral communication skills Turner, Padget, Graham & Laney is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce, including attorneys and support staff, and conducting business with diverse clients.The firm broadly views diversity as all differences that make us unique and special-life and work experiences, culture and beliefs, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, education, military service, differing abilities, and other distinguishing characteristics and aspects of life. The firm strives to foster and maintain a culture that values and embraces these differences, and includes diverse people in the life and work of the firm, so that our diversity strengthens and improves the entire organization.All employees share the responsibility for creating a workplace that values and respects diversity and inclusion and is enhanced by openness, trust, teamwork, accountability, and involvement.The firm encourages everyone to contribute their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and capabilities to maximize client satisfaction, maintain strategic relationships with business and community leaders, create a unified and personally rewarding team culture, and generate superior business results.Turner Padget has a comprehensive and competitive salary. Turner Padget provides its staff the tools they need to be a successful part of our team. Turner Padget is an equal opportunity employer, and all inquiries and submissions will be held in strict confidence.

Created: 2026-03-04