Sr. Windows Systems Administrator

Inc. (dci)
Chantilly, VA, United States
28 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Antivirus Softwares Bash Shell Microsoft Outlook System Configuration Linux Domain Name System (DNS) Microsoft Exchange Server File Server Monitoring of Systems Hyper-V
+11 more
Python (Programming Language) Kernel-Based Virtual Machine System Center Configuration Manager Windows Servers Windows PowerShell Server Administration Virtualization Technology Firewalls (Computer Science) Deployment Automation Servicenow Vmware

Job description

  • Serve as a Windows System Administrator
  • Support engineers responsible for leveraging next-generation infrastructure
  • Design, implement, maintain our Windows-based systems, networks, and applications
  • Provide technical support and assistance to users via phone, email, and in-person
  • Monitor system performance, identify and resolve issues, and optimize system resources
  • Develop and maintain documentation for system administration tasks and procedures
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of systems

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience as a Windows System Administrator or similar role
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows Server / Desktop Operating Systems
  • Ability to architect and support Windows infrastructure
  • Strong understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS
  • Experience with file server administration
  • Experience with patching and update management
  • Exchange Server / Enterprise Email Systems
  • Experience with Windows deployment tools such as SCCM or MSDTF
  • Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery procedures
  • Experience managing enterprise email systems (Exchange, Outlook)
  • JWICS experience
  • Familiarity with security best practices (e.g. firewalls, antivirus software), * Experience installing, configuring, and supporting the Linux operating system
  • Knowledge of PowerShell / Python / Bash scripting and automation
  • Certification in Microsoft MCSA or MCSE and other industry certifications
  • Familiarity with security best practices (e.g. firewalls, antivirus software)
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM)
  • Proficiency in SQL Server administration
  • Experience with IT service management frameworks (e.g. ServiceNow)

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