Systems Administrator at MELE Associates — NeverHard

MELE is seeking a Systems Administrator to join our team in Rockville, MD. The Systems Administrator series is responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and efficiency of the MELE Associates IT infrastructure. This role balances foundational technical support with high-level architectural planning, focusing on maximizing system uptime through proactive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting. By strategically implementing hardware and software upgrades, the position ensures a reliable and secure technological environment that supports the organization’s overall operational goals ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide support of assigned systems through trouble shooting and resolving hardware/software, and connectivity problems Maintain assigned systems including customization, configuration, installation, and testing Act as a knowledge expert for assigned systems and distributed applications Collaborate with IT customers to ensure issues related to assigned systems are communicated appropriately Perform other work-related duties as assigned Install, configure, and support complex server-based systems Recommends and administers security and support policies Create complex scripts to assist with monitoring systems, diagnostics, problem correction and automating routine tasks Configure systems for high availability including strategies for back-up and recovery and load balancing Create, follow, and maintain written and verbal procedures; prepares written technical documentation, training material, standards, reports and other documents assigned Prepared and reviews reports for accuracy Perform other work-related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or equivalent Active Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. Systems Knowledge: Proficient in Windows Servers, Desktop O/S, and Microsoft Office suite. Infrastructure: Deep understanding of server hardware, operating systems, and software. Network Management: Ability to design, install, maintain, and document network hardware and software. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Positive attitude, a strong willingness to learn, and a professional appearance. Committed to sustaining company reputation and public image. Available to work a flexible schedule as needed. Willingness and ability to travel for work-related tasks. Systems Administrator: 4+ years of experience with IT maintenance and technical support required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience. LOCATION: This is a on-site position in Rockville, MD SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. The range for this position is $80K-$100K. BENEFITS Employer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision Care Low-Cost Family Health Care offered 11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation 401k with Generous Employer Match Cross-training opportunities About MELE With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security, intelligence, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, emergency response training/management, and mission and program support. MELE Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.