Windows Platform Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Windows Platform Engineer to support a long-term DOD program focused on Navy enterprise IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and platform operations. This position is 100% onsite in Norfolk, VA;
San Diego, CA; or Honolulu, HI
. The Windows Platform Engineer will support enterprise Windows Server environments with a focus on system administration, patching, vulnerability remediation, STIG compliance, troubleshooting, and operational reliability across mission-critical infrastructure.

• Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 environments
• Perform Windows Server patching, IAVA vulnerability remediation, and security compliance activities
• Build and configure Windows Server systems throughout the infrastructure lifecycle, including installation, upgrades, maintenance, and decommissioning
• Perform DISA STIG remediation and maintain Windows platforms in accordance with DoD security and compliance requirements
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve operating system, infrastructure, patching, and application-related issues
• Support mission-critical enterprise applications, infrastructure, and services
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, security, performance, and operational efficiency
• Support infrastructure projects, upgrades, maintenance windows, and technical initiatives
• Collaborate with systems, network, cybersecurity, application, vendor, and customer teams in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and operational procedures

• 2+ years of experience supporting Windows Server or enterprise IT environments
• Active Secret clearance
• Current Security+ certification
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server administration and troubleshooting
• Experience with Windows Server patching and vulnerability remediation
• Experience supporting enterprise Windows environments
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills

• Experience with Windows Server 2016, 2019, and/or 2022
• Experience with DISA STIGs, IAVA, RMF, or DoD cybersecurity compliance
• Experience with Power Shell or Windows automation
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM/MECM, WSUS, or other Windows management tools
• Experience supporting large-scale DoD or enterprise infrastructure environments
• Microsoft Windows Server or related infrastructure certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

• Salary: $95, depending on experience
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law

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