Windows Systems Administrator

Windows Systems AdministratorMANTECH seeks a skilled and motivated Windows Systems Administrator to join our team of top Information Technology and Analytic professionals in Chantilly, VA. You will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the Sponsor's Windows environment, contributing to national security through technical excellence. This dynamic role is embedded in an innovative Big Data ecosystem where collaboration and growth are encouraged.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:You will help sustain and improve the organization's Windows infrastructure as part of a collaborative systems team. Your focus will span operations, security, and integration of hardware and software.Research and resolve operating system problems efficiently and accurately in adherence to organizational standardsTroubleshoot operating system issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams including application development and networkingBuild and harden Windows servers, establish and manage configuration baselinesPlan, test, install, integrate, and maintain new or updated operating systemsApply security and firmware patches promptly; assist in maintaining patch management strategiesTest and integrate new hardware and software componentsManage the lifecycle of operating systemsDesign interfaces to external systems and maintain thorough documentation on system configurations and processesMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma and 7+ years of relevant experience with Windows systemsExperience with complex system architectures and interconnected data environmentsHands-on experience with Active Directory, LDAP, and Centrify for domain managementExperience and proficiency applying security patches within enterprise systemsExperience scripting in PowerShell, VB, or similar toolsExperience and ability to manage environments running Windows Server 2008/2012/2016Experience with Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and Access Control Service (ACS)Experience with Microsoft Exchange, Outlook, and antivirus solutions including Symantec and McAfeePreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with LAN, SAN, TCP/IP, and Cisco network configurationsMCSE or MCITP certificationsExperience with VMware 5+ and a VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) credentialSecurity Clearance RequirementsAn active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.Physical RequirementsThe person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Must be able to use hands to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.group id: RTX14564a