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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Network Systems Administrator - **Company:** ScienceJobs.Org - **Location:** Macon, GA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Adobe Creative Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, System Configuration, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Disk Arrays, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Oracle (Applications), Software Engineering, Tape Libraries, Computer Networking Systems, Google Cloud, Computer Equipment, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Docker - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://sciencejobs.org/job/job/apply?id=7356656 ## About the Role US Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance. An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from an accredited institution and 1 year of directly related experience; or an associate's degree and 2 years of directly related experience or a high school diploma and 4 years of directly related experience. Demonstrated technical experience with windows server computer hardware, operating systems and application software, including Windows Server Operating Systems, Microsoft Application Suites, Microsoft Cloud, and server configurations. 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. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience with Oracle/SQL Server * Knowledge of Docker and/or Kubernetes * Experience with AWS, Google Cloud or Azure * Excellent communication skills to work with cross functional teams * Strong passion for software development * Familiarity with Azure Dev Ops * Proficiency with MS Office, MS Teams, Adobe Suite ## Description 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. We are currently recruiting for a Staff Network Systems Administrator to support the Network Systems Directorate. The successful incumbent performs server technical support functions for organizational and program management activities under the supervision of the Manager, Network Systems., * Resolves problems regarding windows server operating systems, application software, and hardware operation. * Manages prescribed server disaster recover schemes, system capacity planning, and user data management. * Enters commands, conducts server diagnostics, and observes system performance to verify accurate operations and identify errors. * Sets up servers and ensures proper installation and configuration of hardware, tape libraries, disk arrays, and operating systems. * Manages server and PC system patch update schedules and corrective action. * Maintains and performs problem resolution of Windows Active Directory structure. * Maintains records of daily support requests to include problems, corrective actions taken, and installation activities. * Coordinates hardware or software resolution with vendors for service. * Communicates with users and supervisor to establish requirements for problem resolutions, new systems or modifications. * Apply system security settings as directed. * Responsible for support and execution of other tasks as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)