Windows System Administrator

SteelGate LLC
Alexandria, VA, United States
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$105,000.0 - $115,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Amazon Web Services Computing Platforms Cloud Computing Cyber Security System Configuration Monitoring of Systems Identity and Access Management Network Troubleshooting Windows Servers Virtualization Technology
+5 more
Computer Network Technologies HybridCloud Infrastructure Automation Frameworks Terraform Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

The Windows Systems Administrator manages, optimizes, and secures our hybrid enterprise infrastructure spanning on-premises environments and public cloud platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for configuring high-availability Windows Server environments, administering Active Directory, and managing virtualized and cloud-based resources to ensure peak system performance and strict security compliance.The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in hybrid operations, with a particular focus on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, along with robust network troubleshooting capabilities., * Infrastructure Management: Configure, maintain, and secure Windows Server environments across physical, virtualized, and hybrid cloud infrastructures.

  • Identity & Access Control: Administer and optimize Active Directory (AD) structures, object permissions, and domain services.
  • Cloud Operations: Deploy, monitor, and manage compute resources, with an emphasis on OCI and AWS ecosystems.
  • System Performance & Compliance: Proactively monitor system performance, apply patches, and enforce security policies across all platforms to maintain operational compliance.
  • Automation: Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform) and leverage cloud-native images to streamline system deployments and configurations.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in Windows Systems Administration.
  • Platform Expertise: Proven experience managing virtualized environments and deploying/managing resources within cloud platforms, specifically emphasizing OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) and AWS (Amazon Web Services)
  • Core Networking: Strong candidates must have demonstrated experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Domain Name System (DNS) configurations and resolution issues.
  • Infrastructure Automation: Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform) and OCI native images is highly preferred. Preferred/Bonus Skills (Not Required)

  • Cybersecurity Tooling: Experience supporting, monitoring, or configuring enterprise cybersecurity tools is a strong plus.
  • Group Policy Management: Prior experience implementing, managing, and troubleshooting Active Directory Group Policies (GPOs) is highly advantageous.

Benefits & conditions

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

About the company

STEELGATE LLC is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that prides itself in hiring top-level Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) proven to exceed deliverable expectations. STEELGATE LLC is focused on solving the hard problems facing our government and commercial clients. Our success lies in blending together relevant domain/functional knowledge with deep expertise in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Defensive Cyber Operations, cloud-based DevSecOps, Data Analytics & AI, Acquisition and Acquisition Management, and more. STEELGATE LLC has a positive, inclusive workplace environment where all team members and partners work towards mutual success. We have established a reliable reach-back program whereas all SMEs are available to support, advise and directly complete mission deliverables when necessary. STEELGATE LLC has a worldwide reputation as a valued and trustworthy partner. Our can-do attitude and willingness to support any mission requirement sets us apart from other small business organizations. Find out more about STEELGATE LLC @ www.steelgatellc.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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