Windows Administrator

Description
- Ensure the reliable, efficient operation of multiple Windows-based networks and multi-user systems by coordinating closely with network, software, and systems engineers, desktop support teams, project managers, end users, and IT leadership.
- Conduct ongoing system monitoring, security audits, and compliance activities to meet DoD cybersecurity requirements.
- Assess customer needs-both internal and external-and determine the appropriate hardware, software, and automated solutions to address technical challenges.
- Recommend, implement, and maintain system enhancements to improve stability and performance, including software installation, patching, configuration management, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Manage file systems, disk space, backups, recovery procedures, and antivirus protections on a routine basis to ensure data integrity and system availability.
- Administer user and computer accounts, including permission management, group membership, and security access controls.
- Test new software and product releases to validate compatibility and reduce potential impacts on users or operations.
- Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation, procedures, and operational runbooks.
- Provide recommendations for purchasing system hardware, software, and related components based on technical and operational requirements.
- Collaborate with vendors to address technical issues, evaluate new products, and provide feedback on potential improvements.
- Uphold strict Information Systems security standards and ensure compliance in all system operations.
- Prepare and provide required security documentation for review by Cybersecurity teams.
- Deliver regular project updates on recurring and ad-hoc tasks, ensuring leadership is informed of progress and risks.
- Generate detailed specifications, diagrams, and documentation to support network and system architecture planning.
Skills
network infrastructure, System administrator, Windows server
Top Skills Details
Network infrastructure, System administrator, Windows server
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience;
Master's degree with 3 years of experience; or Associate's degree with 7 years of experience

Experience with server management.
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Hardware experience with HPE and Dell Servers, including firmware patching, hardware upgrades, lights-out management experience, troubleshooting, and visualization.

Experience with Certification & Accreditation process.
Basic understanding of Linux OS functionality, commands, and file structures, and/or certification for current versions.
SAN Knowledge - Interactions with VMware applications (vSphere objects, Horizon View, etc.), and fiber channel infrastructure concepts.
Ability to perform network analysis.
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.

Experience with SCCM.

Experience with routers, switches, IPS/IDS, and firewalls.

Experience with Windows, file, web, and remote execution servers and Terminal Services.
Experience Level
Entry Level

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• Please note, this job is being advertised proactively and there is not a current vacancy.

If there is an open position:

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Eligibility
requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification
and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to
specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
-Medical, dental & vision
-Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
-401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
available
-Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and
dependents)
-Short and long-term disability
-Health Spending Account (HSA)
-Transportation benefits
-Employee Assistance Program
-Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Sunnyvale, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health…