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Manages and assists activities of network systems administrators.

Resolves problems with server operating systems application software and hardware operation.

Manages prescribed server disaster recovery schemes system capacity planning and user data management.

Maintains and troubleshoots Windows Active Directory.

Ensures the execution and monitoring of the established security baseline (e.g. Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGSs) and develops and maintain appropriate artifacts.

Develops documentation processes and procedures for NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171/CMMC compliance as applicable to Network Systems and ensures compliance with organizational regulatory and industry standards.

Manages servers and network systems assets inventory and establishes a 5-year plan for capital expenditures.

Leads the planning design and implementation of complex network architectures driving modernization scalability and resilience across all environments.

Establishes vision priorities and performance standards for the network operations function ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality services.

Develops and enforces operational processes including change management incident response configuration management and disaster recovery.

Oversees workforce planning hiring performance evaluations and professional development to build a high performing technical team.

Ensures compliance with organizational regulatory and industry standards (e.g. NIST SP 800-53 NIST SP 800-171) through rigorous documentation audits and continuous monitoring.

Negotiates and oversees vendor relationships evaluating products and services to support organizational technology strategy.

Manages and mentors the network systems team fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous learning.

Windows Server Microsoft and CAD Application Suites Exchange E-mail and server networking parameters.

Ability to install repair and troubleshoot server hardware software peripheral devices disk arrays and tape libraries.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Experience performing systems disaster recovery.

Service oriented and able to communicate and interface with users peers and vendors.

Ability to conduct research into server issues and products as required.

Ability to read and understand technical manuals procedural documentation and OEM guides.

Extensive experience managing enterprise network and systems infrastructure including LAN/WAN wireless firewalls routing switching and data center technologies.

Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing technical teams including hiring mentoring performance management and workload prioritization.

Strong understanding of network security principles segmentation zero trust concepts and compliance frameworks.

Hands on experience with network monitoring configuration management and automation tools.

Experience managing vendor relationships contracts and technology procurement.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Extensive experience managing enterprise network and systems infrastructure including LAN/WAN wireless firewalls routing switching and data center technologies.

Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing technical teams including hiring mentoring performance management and workload prioritization.

Strong understanding of network security principles segmentation zero trust concepts and compliance frameworks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

US Citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

An associates degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field from an accredited institution and 6 years directly related experience; or a high school diploma and 10 years of directly related experience.

Experience with NIST 800-53 NIST 800-171 and continuous monitoring is required.

Demonstrated technical experience with windows server computer hardware operating systems and application software including Windows Server Microsoft and CAD Application Suites Exchange E-mail and server networking parameters.

Ability to install repair and troubleshoot server hardware software peripheral devices disk arrays and tape libraries.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Experience performing systems disaster recovery.

Service oriented and able to communicate and interface with users peers and vendors.

Ability to conduct research into server issues and products as required.

Ability to read and understand technical manuals procedural documentation and OEM guides.

Extensive experience managing enterprise network and systems infrastructure including LAN/WAN wireless firewalls routing switching and data center technologies.

Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing technical teams including hiring mentoring performance management and workload prioritization.

Strong understanding of network security principles segmentation zero trust concepts and compliance frameworks.

Hands on experience with network monitoring configuration management and automation tools.

Experience managing vendor relationships contracts and technology procurement.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Extensive experience managing enterprise network and systems infrastructure including LAN/WAN wireless firewalls routing switching and data center technologies.

Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing technical teams including hiring mentoring performance management and workload prioritization.

Strong understanding of network security principles segmentation zero trust concepts and compliance frameworks.

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 reimbursement vacation/sick leave accrual and holiday pay.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents) generous retirement contributions tuition waivers paid vacation and sick leave technology discounts schedules that allow for work-life balance and so much more!

At Mercer University a Bear is more than a mascot: its a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If youre seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced then you want to work at Mercer University.