Systems Administrator

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* Job Title:

** Systems Administrator##
** Department:
** MERC##
** College/Division:
** Mercer Engineering Research Center
** Primary Job Posting

Location:

** Warner Robins, GA ##
** Job Details:
** Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Resolves problems regarding Windows, Windows Server and Linux operating systems, application software, and hardware operation.
• Implements prescribed server disaster recovery schemes, system capacity planning, endpoint security systems, data loss prevention plans, and user/system data management.
• Enters commands, conducts server diagnostics, and observes system performance to verify accurate operations and identify errors.
• Sets up servers, PCs, and peripheral systems to ensure proper installation and configuration of hardware, tape libraries, disk arrays, operating systems, networking devices, and software programs.
• Implements scheduled server, PC, and other network system security tools patch updates for hardware, firmware, and software.
• Maintains and performs problem resolution of Windows Active Directory structure, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and Group Policy Objects.
• Executes Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scans and maintains records of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to include findings, corrective actions taken, reporting and gathering artifacts to prove security compliance.
• Coordinates hardware and/or software resolution with supervisor.
• Communicates with users and supervisor to establish requirements for problem resolutions, new systems or modifications.
• Responsible for support and execution of other tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• US Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• An undergraduate degree in Information Technology or Cybersecurity from an accredited institution and at least 2 years of directly related experience; or a high associate's degree and 4 years of directly related experience.
• Demonstrated technical experience with Windows Server computer hardware, operating systems and application software, including Windows Server 2016 and 2019, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and server networking parameters.
• Ability to install, repair, research, and troubleshoot server/computer hardware, software, peripheral devices, disk arrays, and tape libraries.
• Experience performing systems and network management.
• Service-oriented; ability to effectively communicate and interface with users, peers, and vendors (written and oral).DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

Security + certification

Final rank will be determined on the qualifications of the selected candidate.  Application must include a cover letter and resume.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT MERC   MERC is a non-profit research institute of Mercer University, a private university founded in 1833. Established in 1987 in Warner Robins, GA, MERC employs more than 200 engineers, scientists, professors, and support staff, who provide sustainable research solutions to government agencies, the Department of Defense, and commercial customers around the world. Warner Robins and the middle GA area are located 90 miles south of Atlanta and within easy driving distance of both the beach and mountains.

The area is known for its Southern-style music, food, and restaurants and has a rich cultural and art presence, along with excellent health care and schools. MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition…