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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Windows Systems Administrator - **Company:** D2 Technical Services - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Outlook, CompTIA Security+, Databases, System Configuration, Data Integrity, Microsoft Exchange Server, Monitoring of Systems, Web Browsers, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Cisco, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9115580/windows-systems-administrator ## About the Role Are you passionate about technology and ready to make an impact by keeping systems running smoothly? D2 Consulting is on the lookout for a motivated and skilled individual to help maintain and optimize our client's computer systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, this is the role for you!, * Experience: 5+ years in systems administration and analysis. * Skills & Knowledge: + Active Directory Account Management. + Expertise in Windows Server 2012/2016 and Windows 10/11 troubleshooting. + Familiarity with key applications like Outlook, Excel, Word, JAVA, and Internet Explorer. + Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) experience is a plus. + MS Exchange knowledge is a plus. * Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience (including military or technical training). * Certifications: Must possess an appropriate and current DoD Information Assurance (IA) Certification to be considered for employment; either valid CompTIA Security+ CE, Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) -Security. CompTIA Security+ CE Certification is the preferred certification. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous learning, we want to hear from you! ## Description * Provide hands-on technical support, managing networks, software, hardware, and system configurations. * Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime. * Guide and educate end-users on effective hardware and software use to boost productivity. * Perform software installations, system upgrades, and maintain operating systems and software packages. * Monitor system performance, making adjustments to ensure optimal operation. * Implement standard solutions to safeguard data integrity and maintain the reliability of workstations and servers. * Stay on top of data/media recoverability by managing regular backups and database archives. * Conduct system audits to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices. * Collaborate on enhancing performance and security, ensuring that all computers meet the needs of users. * Assist with system evaluations and contribute to long-term planning strategies. * May work with administrative programming languages to optimize internal processes. * Stay current on emerging technologies to keep systems modern and efficient. * Participate in exciting and dynamic special projects! ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [How Web AI Can Power the Agentic Web - Jason Mayes (Google)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1896-how-web-ai-can-power-the-agentic-web-jason-mayes-google) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)