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Sr Windows System Administrator

Job in Oakton, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22124, USA
Listing for: Tyto Athene, LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Administrator, IT Support, Systems Engineer, Windows Server
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

RSS is searching for an experienced and skilled Senior Windows System Administrator to join our IT team. As a key member of our infrastructure support team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our Windows-based systems, networks, and applications. This is a great opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional technical support.

If you enjoy working with new technologies, enterprise-leading equipment, and have a passion for building and maintaining infrastructures, we would like to speak to you. This position will play a key role in supporting engineers responsible for leveraging next-generation infrastructure to drive innovation in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) field.

Responsibilities
  • 8+ years of experience as a Windows System Administrator or similar role
  • Must be able to architect and support Windows infrastructure
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows Server / Desktop Operating Systems
  • Strong understanding and hands-on experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, Patching and update management, File Server administration, Exchange Server / Enterprise Email Systems
  • Experience with Windows deployment tools such as SCCM or MDT
  • Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery procedures
  • Excellent problem solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Design, implement, and maintain Windows-based systems, networks, and applications
  • Provide technical support and assistance to users via phone, email, and in-person
  • Monitor system performance, identify and resolve issues, and optimize system resources
  • Develop and maintain documentation for system administration tasks and procedures
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and systems
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest Windows OS updates, security patches, and best practices
  • Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites or data centers.
Core Competencies – Leadership
  • Problem-Solving Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in distributed systems.
  • Communication Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with leads, security, and other stakeholders.
  • Collaboration Ability to work effectively in a team environment, mentor junior engineers, and lead technical initiatives.
  • Mentorship As a Senior role, the ability to guide and mentor junior engineers, share knowledge, and foster best practices.
  • Proactive & Ownership Proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues, with a strong sense of ownership over the platform.
Desired
  • Experience installing, configuring, and supporting the Linux operating system (Server / Workstation)
  • Knowledge of Power Shell / Python / Bash scripting and automation
  • Certification in Microsoft MCSA or MCSE and other industry certifications
  • Familiarity with security best practices (e.g. firewalls, antivirus software)
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper‑V, KVM)
  • Proficiency in SQL Server administration
  • Experience with IT service management frameworks (e.g. Service Now)
Compensation
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity], national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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