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Join to apply for the Mid-Level Network Systems Administrator role at Millennium Enterprise Corporation. About MEC Millennium Enterprise Corporation (MEC) is a business and IT government consulting firm headquartered on the East Coast. We specialize in delivering innovative technology and business solutions to clients in government, private sector, nonprofit, and education domains. Our culture thrives on cross-collaboration, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving, with self-organized teams that work together across disciplines to deliver exceptional results. Position Summary We are seeking a mid-level Network Systems Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate MUST be local to the DMV area, with the flexibility to work from home and the ability to be on-site with clients in Washington, D.C. at least twice a week. This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, and optimization of MEC internal, client networks and systems, ensuring secure, efficient, and reliable IT environments. Key Responsibilities Systems & Server Administration • Maintain and upgrade systems to ensure peak performance and reliability. • Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, operating systems, and applications. • Administer VMware, Windows, AWS, MS Azure, Microsoft 365 and Linux/Unix environments. Directory Services & Security • Manage Active Directory and Group Policy Objects to streamline administration. • Conduct IT SOP and security assessments for internal and client environments. • Implement and enforce robust IT Operations and network security measures and policies. Network Management • Monitor network performance, identify vulnerabilities, and perform proactive maintenance. • Configure and maintain network components, including Cisco, Brocade (Ruckus), and Aruba devices. • Support LAN connectivity and troubleshoot routing, switching, wireless, and VoIP systems. Backup, Recovery & Disaster Preparedness • Standardize and deploy OS images for consistency and efficiency. • Support disaster recovery strategies and ensure reliable backup solutions. Application & Infrastructure Support • Provide application support for MEC’s internal systems and client platforms. • Document configurations, procedures, and diagrams using Visio, SmartDraw, Lucidchart, and Microsoft Office tools. • Manage tasks and service requests via Atlassian Jira, Trello, Asana, and Monday. Data Center Support • Rack configuration, wiring, power, and cooling management. • Remote Hands Support. Additional Duties • Manage Helpdesk Support/Ticket System • Manage Asset Management System, create Asset Reports • Perform other IT-related tasks as directed by management. • Manage System Backups Qualifications Experience & Technical Skills • 6+ years in a network administration role. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft operating systems (Windows 7–11, Windows Server 2008–2022). • Proficiency with infrastructure services: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, RDS, Group Policies. • 5+ years managing MS Azure Cloud and MS Office 365 (OneDrive, SharePoint). • 4+ years managing medium-sized Amazon AWS environments. • 5+ years managing Hyper-V, VMware ESXi and vCenter. • Hands-on experience with network equipment configuration and maintenance. • Knowledge of disaster recovery, backup strategies, and monitoring methodologies. • Strong troubleshooting skills, including forward and reverse-chain analysis. Education & Certifications • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience. • Active CISSP or CCNA certification is a plus. • Active Microsoft Certifications are a plus. • Active Amazon AWS Certifications are a plus Benefits • Flexible Work Schedule • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) • Healthcare (UHC medical, dental, vision) • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Professional development, fitness/wellness, technology, and tuition reimbursements MEC is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical conditions, including genetic c characteristics or information on, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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