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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator II - **Company:** Zachary Piper - **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Active Directory Federation Services, Domain Controllers, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Leak Prevention, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Microsoft Exchange Server, Identity and Access Management, Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Servers, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, NetApp Applications, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Server Administration, Server Supported Gaming, Microsoft SharePoint, Single Sign-On, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, SSL Certificate Management, Scripting, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Okta, Office365, Pure Storage, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Patch Management, Route53, Nutanix, Cisco, Servicenow, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us7b3fdc68c42c67f574e3b24e17cc6b60/eaa ## About the Role * 4+ years of Systems Administration experience in a Microsoft environment. * Hands-on experience with: * Windows Server * Active Directory * DNS and DHCP * Group Policy * Azure and/or Entra ID * Identity and Access Management concepts * Experience with security remediation and vulnerability management. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Desired: * Experience with Okta administration. * Experience with VMware or other virtualization platforms. * Familiarity with ServiceNow and ITSM processes. * Basic PowerShell scripting experience. * Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions. ## Description The Systems Administrator II is responsible for supporting and maintaining enterprise infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. This role focuses on security remediation, Windows server administration, identity and access management, and Microsoft cloud technologies including Azure and Entra ID. The ideal candidate has a strong systems administration background, experience supporting Microsoft environments, and a security-focused mindset. Responsibilities of the Systems Administrator II: * Administer and support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and domain services. * Perform security remediation activities, including vulnerability remediation, patching, and system hardening. * Support identity and access management platforms, including Active Directory, Entra ID, Okta, and Single Sign-On (SSO). * Assist with administration and support of Microsoft Azure and Entra environments. * Troubleshoot and resolve server, infrastructure, and user access issues. * Monitor system health and respond to operational alerts and incidents. * Support virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery platforms. * Create and maintain technical documentation and procedures. * Follow change management, incident management, and ITSM processes. * Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams on operational and project-related work. * Utilize PowerShell for basic automation and administrative tasks when needed. * Participate in after-hours maintenance and support as required., Keywords: Systems Administrator, Systems Administrator II, System Administrator, Windows Systems Administrator, Windows Administrator, Windows Server Administrator, Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Infrastructure Administrator, Microsoft Systems Administrator, Microsoft Infrastructure, Enterprise Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, Windows Server, Microsoft Windows Server, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2025, Active Directory, AD, Group Policy, GPO, DNS, DHCP, Route53, Certificate Management, Certificate Creation, Domain Controllers, Domain Controller Administration, FSMO, FSMO Roles, Microsoft Azure, Azure, Azure Local, Azure Arc, Entra, Entra ID, Azure AD, Microsoft 365, M365, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Administration, Identity and Access Management, IAM, Identity Management, Access Management, Okta, Okta Administration, Single Sign-On, SSO, AD FS, ADFS, Centrify, Delinea, HAB Groups, Security Remediation, Vulnerability Remediation, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Patch Management, Server Patching, System Hardening, Security Hardening, DLP, Data Loss Prevention, PowerShell, PowerShell Scripting, Automation, Scripting, VMware, VMware vSphere, Nutanix, Virtualization, Cisco UCS, Cisco UCSX, NetApp, Pure Storage, NAS, SAN, Storage Administration, Server Administration, Microsoft Systems Center, System Center, SCCM, MECM, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, SolarWinds, Enterprise Backup, Disaster Recovery, Backup and Recovery, Rubrik, Zerto, Exchange, Microsoft Exchange, Hybrid Exchange, Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, Teams, eDiscovery, Cisco ESA, IIS, Internet Information Services, SharePoint, F5, F5 Load Balancers, Load Balancing, ServiceNow, ITSM, Incident Management, Change Management, Problem Management, Infrastructure Support, Server Support, Systems Support, Cloud Support, Security Operations, Infrastructure Security, Troubleshooting, Production Support, MANTECH is seeking a motivated, career-driven, and customer-focused Linux System Administrator to join our team in Laurel, MD. 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