Systems Administrator

Position Overview We train like we fight! Join our dynamic team developing hands‑on training solutions as a Windows Systems Administrator in Hanover, MD. Support an infrastructure team that delivers a dynamic course curriculum. Essential Responsibilities Create, deploy and maintain Windows servers, desktops, and operating systems including Active Directory Domain Controllers. Design, test, prepare and deploy Active Directory GPOs, RBAC and automated server and workstation imaging and patching utilizing Windows MCM. Maintain and deploy workstation and thin client images through PXE boot, MCM and other image management platforms. Modify, disable and troubleshoot Active Directory user accounts, groups, objects and GPOs. Manage software rollouts and updates to Windows operating systems. Maintain Windows operating systems for SSP and STIG compliance; provide documentation to ISSO and management to satisfy security requirements. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field; or 2+ years of networking‑related experience. Experience deploying and managing Windows desktop and server operating systems in bare metal and virtual environments. Experience creating, maintaining and deploying workstation and desktop images through PXE boot, MCM or other image management platforms. Experience managing and configuring Active Directory user accounts, groups, objects and GPOs. Basic network knowledge (TCP/IP, packet flow analysis) and network security principles. CompTIA Security+ CE required. Preferred Qualifications Experience troubleshooting and maintaining MS SQL. In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Certificate Authorities and managing templates. Proficient in PowerShell for complex tasks. Experience troubleshooting interoperability in a hybrid Windows/Linux environment. Experience deploying hardened Windows servers for production use; familiarity with STIG guidance. Security Clearance Top Secret SCI with FS Polygraph required. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $165,000 – $175,000 Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; employee stock purchase plan; tax‑saving options; disability and life insurance; pet insurance. Equal Opportunity & EEO Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr