Windows System Administrator (Senior-Level)
Link Solutions, Inc.
- Durham, NC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must have an active DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Non-remote (relocation incentive available)
- Manage Windows Server environments and support Active Directory, Group Policy, and MECM operations.
- Install and configure operating systems and software updates following Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Perform system patching, PowerShell scripting, and release management activities.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability of network resources.
- Schedule and maintain system backups, ensuring data/media recoverability and integrity.
- Conduct routine audits for compliance with DoD security standards.
- Document system configurations and maintain a comprehensive hardware/software library.
- Collaborate with IT and Cybersecurity teams to support remediation, patching, and vulnerability scanning efforts.
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must have an active DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Must have an MS or BA/BS in computer sciences or information technology with two (2+) years of experience.
- Must have at least ten (10+) years of relevant experience working in an IT or Service Desk environment.
- IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
- Must have Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).
- Ability to work with customers to develop new value-added programs and data solutions with existing structures and new requirements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v4 certification
- A Microsoft operating system environment certification (e.g., Windows 10, Windows 11, or Microsoft Server 2019, etc.).
- Experience with incident management within the ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) platform.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures.
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
- A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
- Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.