Windows System Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Windows System Administrator - JobID-0249 with Security Clearance
Location: Mount Laurel

Windows System Administrator
- -0249 Department:
Operations

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Mount Laurel, NJ Compensation: $90,000 - $184,000 / year Description

About the Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Systems Administrator (SA) to support its Mt. Laurel, New Jersey office. The Windows Systems Administrator will have experience in managing, maintaining, and securing Mount Laurel's critical virtual infrastructure (Linux/Windows/ESXi), physical Windows/Linux environments. The ideal candidate has a deep technical background in Windows OS, Linux OS, and virtualization/physical best practices, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a proven ability to maintain highly available, secure, and performant systems.

Clearance & Location Requirements:
* All applicants must currently possess an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
* This is a 100% on-site position, based out of our Mount Laurel, New Jersey office.

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

* Window System Administration:
Install, configure, secure, and maintain windows operating systems (Windows 11) in both virtual and physical environments.
* Server Administration:
Install, configure, secure, and maintain server operating system (Server 2022 and 2025) in both virtual and physical environments.
* System & Software Maintenance:
Perform monthly maintenance by applying Operating system and software patches to remediate open vulnerabilities on the information system.
* Security & Compliance:
Ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability, security, and performance; implement and maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies. Demonstrate the ability to manage, execute, and maintain system compliance through STIG implementation, SCAP scanning, and ACAS/Nessus vulnerability management.
* Troubleshooting:
Provide Tier 2/3 support to quickly diagnose and resolve complex system and virtual/physical system performance issues, system configuration problems, and outages.
* Automation & Scripting:
Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerCLI, Ansible Playbook) to streamline routine administrative tasks, deployments, and reporting.
* VMware Infrastructure Management:
Install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter Server.
* Linux System Administration:
Install, configure, secure, and maintain Linux operating systems (Red Hat) in both virtual and physical environments. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Who You Are (Required):
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
* 3+ years of professional systems administration experience, preferably in a security position
* Security+ CE certification, or equivalent level I or II IAT/IAM certification (DoD Directives 8140/8570)
* Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V)
* Experience configuring systems and performing associated Continuous Monitoring (Con Mon) tasks, including daily, monthly and quarterly maintenance to all systems
* Proficiency with backup and disaster recovery solutions
* Ability to understand and interact with complex DoD compliance tools What Makes You Stand Out:
* Subject Matter Expert (SME) level of knowledge in Windows
* Experience with, or knowledge of managing & maintaining system compliance through STIG implementation, SCAP scanning, and ACAS/Nessus vulnerability management (Windows/Linux/ESXi)
* Understanding of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and firewalls
* Experience with Power Shell or Bash scripting for automation
* Familiarity with software deployment tools (e.g., PDQ Deploy)
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network. Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000

* Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits.  

for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience. Job Benefits Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT): IDT is a growing company with a…