The Role
The Network Systems Administrator will manage network performance, administer systems, maintain security protocols, and provide application support while ensuring reliable IT environments.
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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
Qualifications
Experience & Technical Skills
Education & Certifications
Benefits
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Standardize and deploy OS images for consistency and efficiency.
- Support disaster recovery strategies and ensure reliable backup solutions.
- 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.
- Rack configuration, wiring, power, and cooling management.
- Remote Hands Support
- 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
Top Skills
Active Directory
Aruba
Asana
Atlassian Jira
AWS
Brocade
Cisco
Dhcp
Dns
Group Policy
Linux/Unix
Lucidchart
Microsoft 365
Monday
Ms Azure
Rds
Ruckus
Smartdraw
Trello
Visio
VMware
Windows
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The Company
What We Do
ABOUT US
At Millennium Enterprise Corporation, clients are our top priority. We’re not satisfied until our client is fully satisfied with our work and with the relationship they have with us. We make the client's priorities our own because we understand the importance of the work they entrust to us.
As a company and as individuals, we value integrity, honesty, and professionalism. As a corporation, we hold ourselves accountable for providing the highest quality service through innovation and creative thinking
