Windows Administrator

2 weeks ago

Arlington, United States Gridiron IT Solutions LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Windows Administrator

Location: Arlington, VA
Work Type: Hybrid – expected on-site 20% in Arlington, VA
Remote Work: Yes.

Description
Gridiron IT is looking to hire a Windows Administrator to support a government program in Arlington, VA. We are seeking a proactive and motivated Junior Windows Administrator with 3-5 years of hands-on experience to join our dynamic infrastructure operations team. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, adaptable to new technologies and passionate about automating tasks to enhance operational efficiency. You will be responsible for maintaining, upgrading and patching Linux-based systems, with strong focus on automation through scripting and ensuring seamless coordination with the developers, testers and other supporting teams.

In addition to technical skills, the ideal candidate must have a customer-focused mindset, aiming to create value for both internal and external stakeholders by ensuring system reliability, enhancing service delivery and contributing to business continuity. In this role, you will collaborate with the development, testing and other support groups to ensure smooth rollout of patches and updates across multiple environments, ensuring minimal disruption to applications/services. If you enjoy working in fast-paced environment, solving complex problems and enhancing systems through automation while prioritizing customer needs, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Windows Systems Management: Install, configure and maintain Windows servers (Windows Sever 2016/2019/2022) ensuring optimal performance, availability and security.
  • System Upgrades, Patching and Vulnerability Mitigation: Keep systems up to date by applying latest patches, upgrades and security fixes, monitor for vulnerabilities and mitigate risks. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure these updates, vulnerability fixes are tested and deployed successfully across environments.
  • Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Ansible or other automation tools to rollout patches, upgrades, streamline system administration tasks and avoid manual work.
  • Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work effectively with team members, development, Testing and other support teams to ensure successful rollout of patches, updates and upgrades across various environments, minimizing downtime and ensuring environment stability.
  • Security: Implement and maintain security best practices on Windwos Severs  including Active Directory management, group configurations, firewall settings and secure remote access. Integrate security in all scripting, maintenance, administration tasks working in a highly secured environment. Proper handling of password, end to end encryption and 1005 compliance with security policies and best practices.
  • Backup and Recovery: Set up, manage and test backup and disaster recovery systems. Ensure backups are performed on regularly, test recoverability of the backup images.
  • Customer Focused: Ensure system reliability, performance and automation efforts directly contribute to improved service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Problem Resolution: Passionate about problem solving and quickly/efficiently resolving system issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining service availability.
  • Networking, Monitoring and Communication skills: Basic knowledge of network protocols, configuration and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP etc.). Familiarity with system monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Microsoft System Center Operations Manager(SCOM). Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.


Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 3-5 year’s of experience


Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $45-50 hourly (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

Company DescriptionGRIDIRON IT is a Small Business specializing in IT talent search and placement. From executive search to cleared IT professionals, Gridiron IT provides top talent to government agencies, federal contractors, and commercial clients. Building on more than 20 years of recruiting excellence and solid relationships throughout the field, Gridiron IT is a trusted IT staffing resource in the National Capital Area and across the country. We work closely with our clients and consultants to understand their unique needs and make placements that make sense.Company DescriptionGRIDIRON IT is a Small Business specializing in IT talent search and placement. From executive search to cleared IT professionals, Gridiron IT provides top talent to government agencies, federal contractors, and commercial clients. Building on more than 20 years of recruiting excellence and solid relationships throughout the field, Gridiron IT is a trusted IT staffing resource in the National Capital Area and across the country. We work closely with our clients and consultants to understand their unique needs and make placements that make sense.

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