Windows System Administrator (Night Shift)

About the role

We are seeking a System Administrator – Windows (Night Shift) to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers/systems.
• Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management and documentation practices.
• Make recommendations to plan, develop and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements.
• Perform necessary physical inspections and research using system/event logs and appropriate tools/software to identify problems, trends and aid in troubleshooting actions.
• Provide timely updates to appropriate team leads, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks and troubleshooting efforts.
• Install, configure, and manage on-prem Active Directory environment including configuration and implementation of GPOs.
• Aid integration leads and managers in problem definition, analysis, requirement development and implementation as needed.
• Advise team members and leadership and make appropriate technical recommendations regarding system development issues and improvements, optimization tools and methods, process creation and development, and support efforts.
• Use REMEDY ticketing system to report, track and document incidents and resolution of actions on faulty systems.
• Perform evening shift work, typically 1400-2200 but may change to meet off-hour mission activities.

Requirements

• Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience - May be reduced with completion of advanced education.
• Must have 4, or more, years of directly relatable experience in installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows operating systems and applications such as Windows Server 2022 and Windows 11.
• Must have strong knowledge of Active Directory Users and Computers, Sites and Services, DNS, Group Policy, TCP/IP networking and LDAP.
• Must have experience with Multi Factor Authentication methodology.
• Must have experience building, configuring and deploying servers/systems in a virtualized environment.
• Must be able to interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to solve complex integration and technical problems.
• Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Have a strong understanding of troubleshooting approaches and root cause analysis.
• Have experience with security patching and software management using WSUS.
• Have experience with NetApp NAS storage.
• Have a working knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
• Have a strong understanding of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Have knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems and MDIOC operations.
• Have a degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Evening shift work, typically 1400-2200 but may change to meet off-hour mission activities.