IT System Administrator - REL, Inc. - Calumet, MI ($5,000 sign-on bonus)

Are you a tech enthusiast with a drive for supporting and building robust IT systems? If so, REL, Inc. is hiring an IT System Administrator to help manage their IT infrastructure in Calumet, Michigan. This is your opportunity to work in a role where your expertise and proactive ideas can shape our infrastructure’s future while supporting our day-to-day IT operations.

At REL, you’ll be at the heart of our IT operations. You’ll manage everything from server administration to network maintenance and user support, helping our team stay connected and productive. This role is perfect for someone who loves both hands-on tech work and long-term strategic improvements. You’ll assess current systems, propose innovative solutions, and implement changes that will make a difference across the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• $70,000 – $100,000 annual starting salary based on your knowledge and experience.
• PLUS $5,000 sign-on bonus, or use for relocation assistance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company sponsored SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with 3% company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule with a flexible schedule (based on your needs and business needs).
• Opportunity for occasional remote work.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with continuous learning and professional growth.
• Excitement of working with a growing, innovative company working with cutting-edge technology.

WHAT YOU WILL DO.

• Provide support for daily operations and guide future technology growth.
• Manage onsite hardware like servers, desktops, and networking equipment.
• Implement a cloud data hosting and backup strategy.
• Collaborate with external providers for services like VoIP, machine networking, and IoT data hardware.
• Document IT processes, ensure cybersecurity best practices, and create CMMC-compliant procedures.
• Automate tasks with scripting languages and participate in system upgrades and migrations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Someone with a solid understanding of Windows Server and Active Directory, and experience in network troubleshooting and configuration is required.
• Experience with Windows PCs as well as local and cloud-based data systems required.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management of information systems, information technology, cybersecurity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Availability for occasional off-hours work (for maintenance or emergencies) required.
• Previous system administration experience preferred.
• Industry certification a plus. This could include CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cloud +, MCSA, CCNA, CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate, or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator.
• Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python).
• Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to stay current with emerging technologies are essential to this role.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer; no sponsorship is available.
• Must be located within a one-hour commute from Calumet, Michigan.

ARE YOU READY to make an impact and take your IT career to the next level? Apply online at rel.hirescore.com

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REL Inc., based in Calumet, Michigan, is a premier provider of OEM industrial equipment solutions. With a dedicated team of 40 professionals, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Our products are utilized in leading research and industrial manufacturing facilities around the globe. Our diverse product lines include non-destructive testing, chemical processing, high strain rate testing, advanced controls, material handling, and high-performance lighting.