Network Systems Administrator

Job Title

Network Systems Administrator

MERC (Merc Engineering Research Center)

Warner Robins, GA

• Resolve problems involving Windows and Linux server operating systems, application software, and hardware.
• Manage server disaster recovery, capacity planning, and data management.
• Set up servers and ensure proper installation and configuration of hardware, tape libraries, disk arrays, and operating systems.
• Maintain updated server and network infrastructure software, BIOS, and firmware.
• Manage patch update schedules and corrective actions for servers and PCs.
• Perform resolution of Windows Active Directory structure and configure Group Policy.
• Assist with implementation of NIST 800‑171/CMMC security baselines for PCs, servers, networks, routers, GCC High, and firewalls.
• Apply SCAP or CIS security baselines, conduct scans, maintain findings, corrective actions, and reporting.
• Develop documentation, processes, and procedures related to NIST 800‑171/CMMC compliance.
• Maintain current network drawings and support a five‑year lifecycle plan.
• Maintain an inventory of servers and network systems assets.
• Coordinate hardware or software resolutions with vendors.
• Configure and manage network switches, firewalls, routers, threat prevention, URL filtering, and VPNs.
• Assist with cloud environment configuration.
• Develop process improvements to meet business needs and CMMC controls.
• Maintain standard operating procedures for network operations.

• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (or equivalent) with 2 years of directly related experience; or associate degree with 4 years of experience; or high school diploma with 6 years of experience.
• Experience with NIST 800‑171 continuous monitoring.
• Technical experience with Windows Server operating systems, Microsoft applications, Microsoft Cloud, CAD suites, and server configurations.
• Ability to install, repair, and troubleshoot server hardware, software, peripherals, disk arrays, and tape libraries.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Experience performing systems disaster recovery.
• Service-oriented, with ability to communicate with users, peers, and vendors.
• Research skills and ability to read technical manuals, procedural documentation, and OEM guides.

• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Holiday pay.

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MERC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. EEO/Veteran/Disability. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at MERC, please contact Human Resources.