Windows Server Administrator; Computing System Professional

What You Will Do

Position will be filled at either the Computing System Professional 1 or 2 level, depending on the selected candidate’s skills. The successful candidate will administer Windows systems across unclassified and enclave networks, including Active Directory management, server maintenance, and end‑user support. The role includes supporting the Utilities and Institutional Facilities organization that manages building automation systems (BAS), equipment surveillance systems (ESS), and waste and water systems at various lab locations.

Compensation: $72,800 – $115,400.

• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting virtual and physical servers.
• Ability to troubleshoot user issues through on‑site and remote support.
• Setting up and installing software.
• Monitoring applications for device downtime and responding to unresponsive devices.
• Communicating technical information to both technical and non‑technical personnel.

Compensation: $87,800 – $143,000.

• All responsibilities of the level 1 role.
• Providing Windows server support and troubleshooting network issues.
• Working with vendors to ensure security and compliance of server and system platforms.
• Troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
• Ensuring reliability, security, and data integrity for managed systems.
• Informing and coordinating with teams on technical decisions.
• Communicating technical information to both technical and non‑technical personnel.

• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting virtual and physical servers.
• Ability to troubleshoot user issues via on‑site and remote support.
• Setting up and installing software.
• Monitoring applications for device downtime and responding to unresponsive devices.
• Communicating technical information to both technical and non‑technical personnel.

• Experience in Windows Server support and administration, including Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
• Ensuring reliability, security, and data integrity for managed systems.
• Experience troubleshooting problems using hands‑on and remote tools.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.

Advanced vendor certification (Microsoft Windows, Networking, SCADA systems).

• Computing System Professional 1:
  Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computing System Professional 2:
  Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• VMware vSphere administration and implementation skills.
• Active DOE L or Q clearance, or equivalent transferable clearance.
• Extensive experience with SCADA systems, building automation, and control systems.
• Experience working with auditors to ensure system compliance and participating in security and compliance audits.
• Ability to manage vendors to ensure security and compliance of diverse server and system platforms.
• Experience solving complex software and hardware issues in a heterogeneous computing environment.
• Strong customer interaction and presentation skills.
• Monitoring applications for device downtime and responding to unresponsive devices.

Hybrid location in Los Alamos, NM – working partially on‑site and partially off‑site but within a two‑hour commute.

The position commitment is one year. Regular appointment employees must serve a continuous period of service in their current role to be eligible to apply for laboratory jobs.

Citizens of China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission of the laboratory.

Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science for national security.

• Health insurance (PPO or high deductible).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with 6%…