Windows System Administrator

Llc (green)
Quantico, United States of America
20 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 115K

Job location

Quantico, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Apache HTTP Server
Tomcat
Computing Platforms
Azure
CompTIA Security+
Information Systems
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS
Monitoring of Systems
Identity and Access Management
IIS
Microsoft Office
System Center Operations Management
Microsoft Servers
System Center Configuration Manager
Windows Server
Networking Basics
Performance Tuning
Azure
Server Administration
vSphere
Software Vulnerability Management
Backup and Restore
HybridCloud
Information Technology
Patch Management
Wsus
ServiceNow
VMware

Job description

The Windows Systems Administrator will provide day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of Microsoft Windows-based environments. This role focuses on system administration, vulnerability management, STIG implementation, and operational support across enterprise infrastructure., * Perform administration of Windows Server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and maintenance

  • Execute vulnerability management activities, including remediation of findings and compliance reporting
  • Implement, maintain, and analyze DoD STIGs and security configurations
  • Support Active Directory (AD), DNS, and DHCP services in an enterprise environment
  • Assist with system deployments, upgrades, and configuration of COTS applications
  • Troubleshoot system, network, and application issues; coordinate with Service Desk for incident resolution
  • Provide application platform support for IIS, Apache, and Tomcat servers
  • Monitor system performance and availability using enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., SCOM)
  • Manage and update tickets using ServiceNow (SNOW), including triage, documentation, and resolution tracking
  • Support virtualized environments using VMware vSphere
  • Perform system backups, recovery operations, and performance tuning
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with DoD policies and RMF requirements

Requirements

  • 2-4 years of experience in Windows Systems Administration
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server (2016/2019/2022)
  • Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
  • Experience with vulnerability management and remediation processes
  • Familiarity with DoD STIGs and security hardening practices
  • Experience troubleshooting system and application issues in an enterprise environment
  • Working knowledge of networking fundamentals and common protocols

Desired Skills

  • Experience supporting IIS, Apache, and Tomcat application servers
  • Experience with VMware vSphere administration
  • Experience with Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) or similar monitoring tools
  • Experience using ServiceNow (SNOW) or similar ITSM platforms
  • Familiarity with patch management tools and automation (e.g., WSUS, SCCM/MECM)
  • Understanding of RMF, compliance frameworks, and DoD security tools
  • Experience with Microsoft Office 365 / Microsoft 365 administration
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services
  • Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) for identity and access management
  • Familiarity with Azure Arc for hybrid cloud and server management

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Certification Requirements

  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent)

Security Clearance

  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance required, * VMWare: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Windows Server: 2 years (Required)

Security clearance:

  • Top Secret (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Quantico, VA 22134: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Benefits & conditions

401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, * 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

  • Signing bonus

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