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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Window Systems Administrator - **Company:** Amyx, Inc. - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, IBM AIX, Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Unix, Cluster Analysis, Server Clustering, Cyber Security, Perl (Programming Language), Microsoft Forefront Identity Manager, HP-UX, Hypervisor, Internet Information Services (IIS), Issue Tracking Systems, Storage Area Network (SAN), Korn Shell, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Citrix Systems, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Web Application Security, Solaris (Operating System), Virtualization Technology, Backup and Restore, Enterprise Software Applications, Windows Scripting, Splunk, Citrix Netscaler, Vmware - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17467746?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17467746%2FSr-Window-Systems-Administrator-Maryland-Fort-Meade ## About the Role * Must have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant Windows Server System Administration experience * Must have an IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, SSCP, CYSA+, GICSP, GSEC or CCNA Security) and 50 credits of continuing education every 3 years * Must have a Windows Operating System certification (e.g., MCSA, MCSE Server Infrastructure, Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, etc.) * Must have a fully adjudicated (non-interim) DoD Secret Clearance in order to be able to access and provide SIPRNET support at a DISA location Desired: * Along with the required Microsoft Windows Server administration experience, the desire is that this position to have experience with one other operating system (RHEL, Solaris, HP-UX, or AIX) * Familiarity with Unix scripting languages (Bash, Bourne, Korn, or Perl) * Prefer candidates to have worked in a DoD environment previously, particularly DISA if possible, Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. ## Description Will configure, maintain, manage, and troubleshoot MS Windows Server (2019 or newer) operating environments and associated components such as the Registry and Active Directory (AD). * Configure and sustain operating environments aligning with DISA specifications as related to specific network and storage components and tool suites. * Install, configure, administer, and support secure remote access utilities and applications including Citrix, Forefront Identify Manager, MS Identity Manager, Microsoft IIS, Secure Web Access, Virtualization (Hypervisor, VMWare, etc.), NetScaler and RDP. * Proactively monitor operating environments using Enterprise Systems Management toolsets to identify and correct server performance issues. * Manage clustering at the OS level using clustering software (e.g., Veritas Clustering, MS Cluster Server, etc.). * Utilize Windows scripting (Ansible, PowerShell, Javascript, etc.,) to optimize and automate system administration tasks. * Perform backup and recovery functions for Windows server environments. * Implement and sustain AD solutions, to include policy management and compliance with hardening guidance in DISA STIGs. * Leverage DISA security tools (ACAS, Splunk, HBSS, Trellix, Micrsoft Defender, Enterprise Security Posture System (ESPS), etc.) to monitor and mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies. * Manage all assigned tickets (incident, problem, change, service requests, etc.) in accordance with DISA policies and SLAs. * Attend meetings, participate in conference calls, and respond to email/ticket requests to ensure support is provided. * Must have the ability to communicate accurate information Technology used: Windows Server (2019 and newer), Active Directory, Citrix, Forefront Identity Manager, MS Identity Manager, Microsoft IIS, HyperVisor, VMWare, NetScaler, ACAS, Splunk, HBSS, Trellix, MS Defender, ESPS, Veritas Clustering, MS Cluster Server, Ansible, PowerShell, Javascript, backup software, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Networks (SANs), ticketing system ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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