Senior Systems Administrator-MS Windows

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft Windows operating systems and supporting software on physical and virtual servers and workstations.
• Monitor system availability, performance, and resource utilization; troubleshoot hardware, operating system, application, and connectivity issues to sustain reliable enterprise operations.
• Apply operating system and software updates, implement security hardening and applicable STIG requirements, and remediate vulnerability findings within established remediation timelines in coordination with cybersecurity personnel.
• Administer and maintain Active Directory domain infrastructure, including domain controllers, Group Policy, Windows user accounts, groups, permissions, and access controls; troubleshoot directory services and enforce approved security configurations.
• Manage storage capacity and backup operations; perform data restoration and support high-availability capabilities, disaster recovery planning, and recovery testing to maintain data integrity, availability, and recoverability.
• Install, configure, sustain, and upgrade approved applications; resolve compatibility issues and maintain accurate software inventory and license information.
• Plan, test, and implement approved system upgrades and configuration changes; automate routine administration tasks and maintain consistent configuration baselines.
• Maintain system configuration records, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides; document and resolve incidents within established service levels, support root-cause analysis, and coordinate with users and technical teams through established service-management processes.

• Are curious and excited about technology

• Like solving problems and figuring things out

• Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team

• Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves

If you’re someone who’s eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact-you’ll fit right in here., * BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field

• Active Secret security clearance required
• Possess and maintain current information assurance certifications applicable to the assigned duties under DoDM 8140.03, including appropriate operating system certification where required.
• Demonstrated experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise Microsoft Windows Server and workstation operating systems on physical and virtual systems, including system health monitoring, resource utilization analysis, and performance and availability troubleshooting.
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Active Directory domain infrastructure, including domain controllers, Group Policy, Windows user and group accounts, and access permissions.
• Experience applying operating system and application patches, implementing DISA STIGs, interpreting vulnerability scan results, and remediating findings under applicable DoD and Air Force requirements.
• Experience managing enterprise storage, system backups, data restoration, high-availability capabilities, and disaster recovery testing.
• Experience installing and sustaining enterprise applications, resolving hardware and software compatibility issues, and maintaining software inventory and license records.
• Proficiency using PowerShell or comparable scripting and configuration-management tools to automate administration and maintain approved system baselines.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation, apply incident, problem, and change-management practices, and coordinate effectively with users, application teams, and cybersecurity personnel.

At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it’s a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works.

Our Team

At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We’re big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen. That’s why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things-even if you don’t have all the answers yet.

Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service-but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth.