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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Windows Systems Administrator - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $135,200.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Outlook, Cloud Computing, Signals Intelligence, Command Prompt, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Linux, Desktop Virtualization, Disaster Recovery, Firmware, VMware Servers, Hyper-V, Information Security Management, Storage Area Network (SAN), Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Linux Servers, Local Security Policy, System Center Operations Management, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, NetBackup, Networking Basics, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Network Administration, Oracle SQL Developer, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Remote Desktop Services, Cloud Services, Ansible, Salesforce.Com, SAP (Applications), Scaled Agile Framework, Web Application Security, Security Content Automation Protocol, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Solaris (Operating System), Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Backup and Restore, Windows Desktop, Network Switches, Network Routing, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Enterprise Software Applications, Computer Network Operations, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Patch Management, Windows Security, Visual Basic Language, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/va/arlington/4cecbfca-a7bb-4966-84a4-88322fea4dd2 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related experience supporting Windows server environments. Additional experience, training, or education may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Active TS/SCI security clearance. * Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent). * Experience administering and troubleshooting Windows Server environments. * Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy Management, and Windows security controls. * Experience supporting and maintaining VMware environments. * Experience with Remote Desktop Services. * Experience with PowerShell scripting; Python experience is a plus. * Experience applying security controls and compliance frameworks, including DISA STIGs. * Experience with Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP). * Experience using Windows Task Scheduler. * Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise hardware and software. * Understanding of cloud technologies, particularly AWS, is highly desirable. * Ability to obtain a CI Polygraph if required in the future., * TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. * Experience integrating network management and element management systems with performance monitoring, ticketing, and security platforms. * Experience supporting Storage Area Networks (SAN), Network Attached Storage (NAS), and enterprise switching environments. * Knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP. * Experience with ticketing platforms such as BMC Remedy. * ITIL Foundation certification. * Experience supporting Linux and Solaris operating systems. * Strong background working within virtualized enterprise environments., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Communication Change Control Key Management Command Prompt VMware Servers Detail Oriented Risk Management Network Routing Ancient History Computer Science Active Directory Network Switches Network Security Operating Systems Agile Methodology Technical Support Analytical Skills Analytical Method Windows PowerShell Data Center Design Systems Engineering ## Description Scripting Hardening Operations Management Automation Group Policy Virtualization Windows Servers Active Directory Windows Security Security Controls Operating Systems Windows PowerShell Cloud Technologies Business Valuation Software Solutions Amazon Web Services Technical Leadership CompTIA Security+ CE System Administration Local Security Policy Full Stack Development Network Administration Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Remote Desktop Services Hardware Troubleshooting IAT Level II Certification Solaris (Operating System) Storage Area Network (SAN) Element Management Systems Python (Programming Language) Windows System Administration Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Security Content Automation Protocol Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance) Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance), We are seeking a Windows Systems Administrator to support a highly secure enterprise environment responsible for delivering critical infrastructure, system administration, and cloud-based services. This role is ideal for a systems administrator with strong Windows Server experience who enjoys working in a mission-focused environment and supporting enterprise-level operations., The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining Windows server environments, managing Active Directory, implementing security best practices, supporting virtualization technologies, and ensuring the reliability and performance of enterprise systems., * Create, maintain, and implement detailed system administration documentation and standard operating procedures. * Develop, implement, and monitor policies and standards related to enterprise computing resources. * Evaluate hardware and software solutions and provide recommendations for implementation. * Support and maintain Windows server environments and enterprise infrastructure. * Review technical work performed by junior team members and provide guidance as needed. * Work independently and collaboratively with network administrators and other technical teams to ensure system availability and performance. * Manage Active Directory environments, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and Local Security Policies. * Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware and software systems. * Apply security hardening standards, including DISA STIG compliance and related best practices. * Support scheduled tasks, system automation, and scripting efforts. * Maintain a secure and stable virtualized environment., * Opportunity to support a highly secure enterprise infrastructure. * Exposure to modern cloud and virtualization technologies. * Collaborative team environment with experienced technical leadership and mentorship. * Strong opportunity for professional growth while supporting critical enterprise operations. Top Skills: * Windows Server Administration * Active Directory * Group Policy (GPO) * VMware * AWS * PowerShell * Security Compliance (DISA STIGs) * Remote Desktop Services, Research Firmware Scripting Management Innovation Professionalism Windows Servers Access Controls Active Directory Cisco Networking Patch Management Operating Systems Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Servers Windows PowerShell Local Area Networks Operations Security Operations Management Application Development Windows System Administration Enterprise Application Software Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Visual Basic (Programming Language) VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Microsoft Certified IT Professional System Center Operations Management Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Lightweight Directory Access Protocols Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance) +0 Google Project Management Salesforce Admin Salesforce Developer Sr. Windows Systems Administrator TS/SCI Poly Leidos Annapolis Junction, MD*On-Site Linux Ansible Planning Firewall Equities Operations Management Automation Purchasing Upskilling Market Data Group Policy, Security Management Operations Security Security Governance Time Off Management Security Engineering Signals Intelligence System Administration Information Assurance Information Technology Scaled Agile Framework Desktop Virtualization Vulnerability Management Public Key Infrastructure Computer Network Operations Windows System Administration Information Security Management Software Configuration Management Application Performance Management Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance) +0 Salesforce Admin Salesforce Developer Windows Systems Administrator Leidos Arlington, VA*On-Site Linux Hyper-V Equities Scheduling Management Market Data Communication Linux Servers Virtualization Windows Servers Ancient History SAP Applications Operating Systems Disaster Recovery Veritas NetBackup Security Clearance Backup And Restore Business Continuity Oracle SQL Developer Web Application Security IAT Level II Certification Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Counter Intelligence Polygraph (CI Clearance) Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance) +0 Salesforce Admin ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)