Systems Administrator (Windows)

Centil

5h•$125,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Mid-to-Senior Level Systems Administrator in Aurora, CO. You will work closely with a talented team to design, manage, secure and optimize the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure for one of our Department of Defense (DoD) clients. Additionally, you will be tasked with improving the overall project management discipline of our clients by increasing collaboration and innovation and introducing techniques that promote adaptability and flexibility in the face of unpredictable circumstances, and that optimize return on investment expenditures. This role is an on-site role, and requires, at a minimum, a current US Government Secret clearance, with a TS with SCI eligibility preferred.

Requirements

Security+ certification (must be obtained within 90 days of assignment)
Experience with Windows system administration both Desktops and Server
Working with and managing group policies
PowerShell or other scripting/programming language knowledge
Experience with authentication systems such as Active Directory
Windows Hyper-V experience in virtualization
Active DoD Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Active DoD TS/SCI
Windows Active Directory administration
Experience installing, administering, and maintaining Windows servers and desktops
Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint
Strong personal interaction and communication skills
Cybersecurity operator experience
Network administration skills
Knowledge of DISA STIG security hardening guidelines
Satellite Ground Systems operations experience
Experience with SBIRS system architecture
UNIX/Linux system administration experience or Red Hat Linux/AIX knowledge
Experience with PDQ products or other software deployment tools such as SCCM

Responsibilities

Proactively monitor system performance and conduct capacity planning
Perform fault finding using search techniques and analyze log data to detect performance issues
Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, and fixes on Windows servers, workstations, and virtual machine hypervisors
Create and modify scripts (PowerShell or other languages) to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency
Collaborate with teams to enhance environmental stability, security, efficiency, and scalability
Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps based on notes and instructions
Conduct on-the-job training and informal sessions on system design, data flow, and operational procedures
Maintain systems within a customer-owned facility, adhering to security and operational standards
Support 24/7 operational needs, including occasional after-hours duties, under the guidance of the SA Team Lead
Ensure compliance with security standards, including DISA STIGs
Update Virus Definitions on EPO/Trellix server and ensure that all clients are running the latest definitions and software
New user account creation and troubleshooting of account

Benefits

Generous PTO for vacation, personal, or sick days
Ten (10) paid holidays per year: 8 fixed holidays, plus 2 additional Floating Holidays per year (taken at Employee's discretion)
Flex time and the ability to create your own schedule
Discretionary bi-annual bonus plan, based on individual and company performance
401K retirement plan with immediately vested company contributions, no matching required
Healthcare coverage plan through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
Employer-paid Life, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurances
Access to optional, employee-paid Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurances
Access to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid training and conference attendance
Additional benefits, as needed, for significant life events: parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, military leave pay
One-time home office reimbursement
Phone plan reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supporting emotional health and well-being of employees and their families