Windows System Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Windows System Administrator with Security Clearance
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Date Posted:
November 18, 2025 The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Windows System Administrator to design, implement, secure, and maintain systems and associated applications, services, and components. This is a full-time, benefit eligible on-site position in our North Logan, UT location.

Key Responsibilities:

* Achieves in-depth knowledge of company processes, systems, and networks
* Proactively monitors assigned systems to ensure high availability, optimum performance, and security
* Follows established IT policies and procedures to perform audits and ensure compliance
* Ensures data integrity by implementing standard software and hardware solutions
* Works with their leaders to prioritize projects, requests, changes, and tasks
* Documents issues in Jira, communicates progress (through updates, workflow status, due dates, etc.)
* Leads/assists in installation and configuration of information systems and components
* Assists in the design and implementation of information systems
* Responsible for documentation of assigned systems and solutions
* Implements and maintains Windows security hardening, patch management, user and permission administration, and compliance with security standards
* Participates in change management processes; documents system configurations, incidents, and resolutions clearly and timely
* Collaborates with cross-functional teams to prioritize tasks, support project implementations, and improve system architecture
* Implements strong problem-solving skills and work in fast-paced environments, independently and as part of a team
* Performs maintenance on systems minimizing downtime and customer impact

Required Qualifications:

* 10+ years' experience and a BS degree in a related technical field (e.g., IT, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field) or 15+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Must already hold and maintain a Top Secret DoD security clearance, with Adjudicated Polygraph
* Experience administering enterprise Windows systems (Server )
* Experience administering virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere, VM provisioning, resource allocation, and basic performance tuning
* Strong Windows security skills including system hardening, patch management, user management, and configuration management
* Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools for proactive system management as well as auditing
* Experience patching and maintaining Windows Workstations, Application servers, and Domain Controllers
* Experience with automation concepts and scripting using Powershell
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to document and collaborate effectively
* Active CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification that meets or exceeds DoD 8570 IAT Level II (or ability to obtain within a maximum of 30 days after hire)
* Willingness to perform after-hours maintenance and provide on-call support if needed

Preferred Qualifications:

* Advanced experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere, including VM provisioning, resource allocation, snapshots, and performance tuning
* Familiarity with databases
* Proficiency in one or more scripting language
* Practical experience deploying and supporting Virtual Desktop (VDI) solutions (e.g., Leostream/HP Anyware, VMware Horizon, Citrix), including image management and troubleshooting
* Understanding of information systems security best practices, DoD security requirements, and use of security tools such as Nessus, SCAP, and applying STIGs
* Experience with system ATO's, involvement in either initial ATO or maintaining ATO on system
* Salary Range * $107,000 - $140,000
* Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred…