Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator

vTech Solution

Position: Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator
Location: Montgomery, AL - 36160
Duration: 12 months from projected start date

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator to lead a project to harden Windows servers and workstations in compliance with NIST SP 800-53 security controls. This role focuses on implementing configuration baselines, enforcing access controls, and continuous monitoring. This position requires strong technical expertise in Microsoft technologies combined with practical knowledge of cybersecurity standards.

Key Responsibilities

Install, configure, harden, patch, and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022+) and Windows 10/11 workstations in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 controls.
Implement and validate security controls across families including Access Control (AC), Configuration Management (CM), Identification & Authentication (IA), Audit & Accountability (AU), System & Communications Protection (SC), and others relevant to endpoint/server platforms.
Manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs), security baselines, and Intune/Microsoft Endpoint Manager policies to enforce 800-53-aligned configurations (e.g., password policies, account lockout, least privilege, firewall rules, AppLocker, BitLocker).
Perform hardening tasks including:
- Enforcing deny-by-default/allow-by-exception execution policies
- Configuring host-based firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention
- Implementing multi-factor authentication and privileged account management
- Enabling cryptographic protections for data at rest/transit
- Removing unnecessary services, features, and default accounts
Administer Microsoft tools for compliance: Active Directory, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM), Microsoft Intune, Azure AD/Entra ID, Defender for Endpoint, and Azure Policy (where hybrid/cloud-integrated).
Document system security plans (SSP), control implementation details, POA&Ms, and evidence for NIST 800-53 controls during the project.
Develop PowerShell scripts for automation of compliance checks and reporting.

Required Qualifications

4+ years of hands-on experience administering Windows servers and workstations in enterprise environments.
Demonstrated experience implementing NIST SP 800-53 security controls on Microsoft platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft administration tools: Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, SCCM/MECM, Intune, Defender suite.
Understanding of key 800-53 control families as applied to endpoints/servers (AC, AU, CM, IA, SC, SI, etc.).
Experience with hardening techniques, baseline configuration management, and least-privilege principles.
Familiarity with compliance tools (Nessus/Tenable or similar).
Strong scripting skills (PowerShell preferred) for automation and compliance checks.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant certifications:
- Microsoft: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Endpoint Administrator, or equivalent.
- Security/Compliance: CompTIA Security+, CISM, or CAP.
Hands-on work with Azure AD/Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint compliance policies, or Azure Policy for NIST mappings.
Knowledge of related standards (NIST 800-171, CMMC, FISMA).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Apply

Vacancy posted 5 days ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator in Montgomery, AL vacancy

Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator
...Posting ID: 10311 Posting title: Auburn University - McCrary Institute - Senior IT Consultant - Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator Client: Auburn University Location: Montgomery, AL (Onsite) Duration: 12 Months+ Due Date: 0...
Senior
Microsoft
System Soft Technologies
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Senior Systems Administrator
...Job Description Role: Senior Systems Administrator Duration: 06+ months contract with extension Location: Montgomery, AL 36104 (Onsite... ...) Position Description: Seeking an experienced Microsoft Azure cloud engineer with expertise in the strategy, design...
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
Work experience placement
Remote work
TPI Global (formerly Tech Providers, Inc.)
Montgomery, AL
2 days ago
20150 - Sr. System Administrator
$78.88k - $108.5k
...build/architect a SCCM/MECM system from scratch? If so, please... ...: This role provides senior-level technical leadership and... ...including Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, file and print... ...Server and Microsoft Exchange administration, system monitoring, performance...
Senior
Microsoft
Local area
Hyundai AutoEver America
Montgomery, AL
3 days ago
IT Administrator IV/Patch Management Specialist, Senior
$99.3k - $158.69k
...The Patch Management Specialist, Senior oversees enterprise patch management strategy and... ...using them to drive accountability with system owners. Required Qualifications Bachelor... ...and experience with tools such as Microsoft WSUS and SCCM or equivalent enterprise platforms...
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
Work at office
Remote work
ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company
Montgomery, AL
7 days ago
Senior Cloud Linux System Administrator
...Cloud Linux Systems Administrator Location: Maxwell AFB On-Site Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship... ...environments. Proficiency with both Microsoft Server, Oracle and Linux operating systems... ...and provide resolution to other senior or junior technicians. Active DoD Tier...
Senior
Microsoft
Full time
Human IT Solutions
Montgomery, AL
2 days ago
System Administrator - Senior
...System Administrator – Senior Everforth ECS is seeking a highly qualified System Administrator – Senior with an active Secret Clearance to work full time on our project at Maxwell Air Force Base, AL. The selected candidate will be able to communicate effectively (written...
Senior
Full time
Contract work
ECS Limited
Montgomery, AL
1 day ago
IT SysAdmin
...System Administrator I AFINC III Job Summary: The System Administrator I will support the operation, maintenance, and security of... ...Certifications: Minimum Professional Certification: Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate...
Microsoft
For contractors
Local area
Zigabyte Corporation
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Senior Systems Administrator
$100k
...sustaining, operating, and improving essential government systems and services, with proven operational excellence, and a commitment... ...position, and receipt of authorization to proceed. The Senior Systems Administrator supports IT operations by designing, automating, testing,...
Senior
Contract work
Remote work
MAXIMUS
Montgomery, AL
3 days ago
Systems Administrator Lead
$97k - $164.9k
...Position Overview The Systems Administrator Lead provides technical and leadership oversight for... ..., with several years in a lead or senior capacity. ~ Candidates must have experience... ...platform certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, RHCSA/RHCE,...
Microsoft
Permanent employment
Contract work
Work experience placement
Work at office
ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company
Montgomery, AL
8 days ago
Senior Client Executive
...Job Description Position Purpose: The Senior Client Executive assumes the leadership... ...highly desirable. Knowledge of defi systems is helpful Fundamental knowledge of computer... ...required Proficiency in working with Microsoft tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and...
Senior
Microsoft
Work experience placement
defi SOLUTIONS
Montgomery, AL
11 days ago
Senior Controls Engineer
...design, build and troubleshooting of control system solutions for industrial equipment and... ...by performing the following duties. Senior Control Engineer Essential Duties and Responsibilities... ...EtherCat. · Proficient with Microsoft Office. · Professionally...
Senior
Microsoft
Work at office
Remote work
Auto Sol Inc
Montgomery, AL
7 days ago
Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager
...Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager Location: Perry, GA Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator... ...federal agencies. Experience managing multiple pursuits simultaneously. Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project....
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
For subcontractor
Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services
Montgomery, AL
3 days ago
Systems Admin_VMWare, Azure_W2_Govt. Exp preferrred
...Systems Admin_VMWare, Azure We are based in Fremont, California that offers complete... ...• 5+ years of experience in Systems Administration, with a focus on Active Directory management... ...• Advanced technical understanding of Microsoft Windows Server OS, Microsoft Active...
Microsoft
Work at office
Tech Marketing
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Senior Business Analyst - MMIS
...transition from a monolithic system with 14 different business... ...requirements and scope with users and senior stakeholders. Excellent... .../Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office products including MS... ...'s degree in business administration or another related field....
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
For contractors
Intellectual Capitol
Montgomery, AL
4 days ago
IT - Medicaid - Senior Business Analyst
...Senior Business Analyst (IT-Medicaid) Duration: 10+ months... ...Medicaid Management Information System (AMMIS) operations. To... ...Expert/Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office products including... ...Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, information...
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
For contractors
Work experience placement
Work at office
TPI Global
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Endpoint Protection Administrator (Senior)
...Endpoint Protection Administrator Agil3 Technology Solutions (A3T), a fast-growing firm, specializes in IT/Digital Modernization... ...endpoint security tools such as Endpoint Security System (ESS) and Microsoft Defender. This role is responsible for monitoring and maintaining...
Senior
Microsoft
Temporary work
Work experience placement
Work at office
Agil3 Technology Solutions (A3T)
Montgomery, AL
7 days ago
Monitoring Team Lead / Senior Monitoring Team Lead
$105.5k - $140k
...Who You Are The Monitoring Team Lead/Senior Monitoring Team Lead will plan, implement... ...therapeutic areas, and project-specific systems Create and refine monitoring tools,... ...moving environment ~ Competent end user of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel,...
Senior
Microsoft
Permanent employment
Contract work
Work at office
Remote work
United Therapeutics
Montgomery, AL
8 days ago
Senior Principal Technical Product Marketing Manager - Oracle Autonomous AI Lakehouse
$115.4k - $251.6k
...years of B2B technical product marketing, product management, or senior field engineering experience within data platforms, cloud... ...over Snowflake, Databricks, Google BigQuery, AWS Redshift, and Microsoft Fabric. # Lead competitive intelligence: conduct deep, hands...
Senior
Microsoft
Temporary work
Flexible hours
Oracle
Montgomery, AL
8 days ago
Senior Field Sales Executive
$65k
...Senior Business Field Sales Executive Join us as a Sr Field Sales Executive and be a part of a dynamic sales team while promoting... ...standard suite of telecommunications products Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Office Suite and Salesforce.com. Valid driver...
Senior
Microsoft
Base plus commission
Work at office
WOW! Internet Cable and Phone
Montgomery, AL
a month ago
20146 - Window System Administrator III
$80k - $114k
20146 – Window System Administrator III Location: Montgomery, AL Company Overview: Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic... ...administration of Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, VMware vSphere, and core services (DNS, DHCP,...
Microsoft
Local area
Hyundai AutoEver America
Montgomery, AL
1 day ago
Senior Principal Product Marketing Manager - OCI Multicloud
$118.7k - $264.1k
...cloud interoperability through strategic partnerships with AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. OCI's multicloud offerings allow... ...and accelerating digital transformation. Oracle is seeking a Senior Principal Product Marketing Manager – OCI Multicloud to help define...
Senior
Microsoft
Temporary work
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Oracle
Montgomery, AL
7 days ago
Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid Work Options)
$90.23k
...Business Unit: COR Job Description: CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Corporate FP&A Team! This role... ...this position Skills and Abilities: • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerBI. • Ability to understand financial...
Senior
Microsoft
Full time
H1b
Remote work
CDM Smith
Montgomery, AL
3 days ago
Senior Product Manager, Field Optimization Programs, Chicago
$126k - $178k
...journey. The primary objective of the Senior Product Manager, Field Optimization... ...including physicians, nurses, and hospital administrators; communicate complex information with... ...facilitation skills. Proven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel,...
Senior
Microsoft
Work experience placement
Work at office
Night shift
Edwards Lifesciences
Montgomery, AL
9 days ago
Senior Account Manager-Portable Gas Detection
$99k - $123k
...capability in consultative selling: identifying opportunities, delivering value proposition, negotiating, and closing Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom and CRM (preferably Salesforce) The annual base salary range for this position in...
Senior
Microsoft
Temporary work
Work experience placement
Remote work
Flexible hours
Honeywell
Montgomery, AL
7 days ago
Excise Tax-Senior
$71.1k - $117.5k
...help to build a better working world. Tax—Indirect—Excise Tax—Senior The opportunity Our EY EDGE practice is made up of a... ...client team members ~ Computer software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint ~ Willingness to travel as...
Senior
Microsoft
Summer holiday
Flexible hours
EY
Montgomery, AL
9 days ago
Senior Benefits Administrator
$75k - $100k
...empowered to make a difference. The Senior Benefits Administrator plays a critical role in the... ...within HRIS and benefits administration systems through audits, reporting, and quality... ...Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and...
Senior
Microsoft
Weekly pay
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Flexible hours
Help At Home
Montgomery, AL
6 days ago
Senior Director, Global Clinical Development - Nephrology & Immunology
$249.97k - $388.13k
...Otsuka is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Director, Global Clinical Development (GCD), with experience in immunology, who... ...computer skills with demonstrated experience in working with the Microsoft suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)....
Senior
Microsoft
Temporary work
Local area
Flexible hours
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Risk Advisory Senior Associate (State & Local Gov't) - Internal Audit
$92.5k - $120k
..., an opportunity has been created for a Senior Associate to join our nationally distributed... ...their organizations by leveraging their system of internal controls to enable growth,... ...CFA, CCSA, or CRMA Ability to utilize Microsoft office including pivot tables, access database...
Senior
Microsoft
Work experience placement
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Cherry Bekaert
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago
Senior Financial Analyst (5098)
$98k - $125k
...performance. They have significant interface with the Program Manager, senior technical staff on the contract, as well as other functional... ...Business Partners. ~ Deep knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and SharePoint....
Senior
Microsoft
Contract work
Work experience placement
For subcontractor
H1b
Work at office
Remote work
SMX Corporation
Montgomery, AL
9 days ago
Cyber - Digital Identity SME - Senior - Consulting - Location OPEN
$104.8k - $192.2k
...working world. Digital Identity SME - Senior (Microsoft Entra, Saviynt) Overview In... ...and integrate with directories, HR systems, and cloud platforms. Implement identity... ...Certified Identity and Access Administrator, Saviynt Certified Professional, CISSP...
Senior
Microsoft
Work experience placement
Summer holiday
Flexible hours
EY
Montgomery, AL
5 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator. Be the first to apply!