Senior Windows Administrator w/Secret Clearance

We are seeking aSenior Windows Administratorto join our team supporting an ITES task order., + Manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot, and support Windows Server 2019/2022 systems in a dynamic customer environment.

• Plan, execute, and implement new hardware and software across enterprise infrastructure.

• Create, update, and enforce team technical instructions, operating procedures, and policies.

• Monitor and tune system performance; perform system hardening; report on security and operational posture.

• Lead software/hardware integrations and recommend enhancements to the environment.

• Generate utilization reports using existing tools and identify issues requiring corrective action.

• Oversee lifecycle support of vendor equipment, including firmware version control and preventive maintenance in data center environments.

• Recommend and implement new technologies to expand and optimize system capabilities.

• Support deployment and maintenance of complex applications and web services (e.g., IIS, Apache).

• Administer enterprise-level Active Directory structures and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).

• Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell scripting.

• Document and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for repeatable processes, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting.

• Five (5) years as a Windows Systems Administrator or Engineer, including 3 years of task automation using PowerShell.

• Five (5) years of installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications/websites (e.g., IIS, Apache).

• Five (5) years working in complex network environments with strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP.

• Five (5) years managing enterprise-level Active Directory environments.

• Five (5) years developing and managing complex MS Group Policy configurations.

• Five (5) years creating and maintaining SOPs and disaster recovery plans for common problem resolution.

• Three (3) years supporting Cybersecurity patching and compliance, including STIGs, SRGs, RMF, SCA-V, and CORA.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+.

• Computing Environment (CE) Certification (can be waived for 30 days after project join date.)

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).

• Server+.

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Clearance

• Secret - IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation., + Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience., The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Target salary range: $100,000 - $150,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees, We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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