Senior Windows Server System Administrator
Senior Windows Server System Administrator
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Job Description
Job Title : Senior Windows System Administartor
Duration : 912 Months
Location : Washington DC
Core Responsibilities:
- Design implement and maintain Windows Server infrastructure including Active Directory DNS DHCP and Group Policy
- Lead the planning and execution of server upgrades patches and maintenance activities
- Manage and optimize virtualization platforms (HyperV/VMware) and cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS)
- Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Monitor system performance and capacity planning
- Develop and maintain documentation for systems processes and procedures
- Provide escalated technical support and troubleshooting
- Mentor junior system administrators and provide technical guidance
- Participate in oncall rotation for critical system support
Technical Requirements
Required Skills:
- 7 years of experience administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022)
- Expert knowledge of Active Directory Group Policy DNS and DHCP
- Strong experience with virtualization technologies (HyperV and VMware)
- Proven experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation
- Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP routing firewalls)
- Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization
- Microsoft certifications (MCSE MCSA or newer rolebased certifications)
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
- Knowledge of configuration management tools (SCCM Ansible)
- Experience with container technologies (Docker Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools
- Experience with security compliance frameworks HIPAA
- Preferred Skills
Leadership & Soft Skills:
- Strong problemsolving and analytical abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring junior staff
- Robust documentation and process development skills
- Ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams
Minimum Education/Certification Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology or related field
- Advanced technical certifications are preferred
Skills Matrix
Skill Required /Desired Years of Experience
Experience administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) Required 7
Expert knowledge of Active Directory Group Policy DNS and DHCP Required 7
Strong experience with virtualization technologies (HyperV and/or VMware) Required 7
Proven experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions Required 7
Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation Required 7
Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP routing firewalls) Required 7
Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization Required 7
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) Required 7
Knowledge of configuration management tools (SCCM Ansible) Required 7
16 yrs. preparing complex technical documentation Required 16
16 yrs. conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty Required 16
Bachelors degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience Required
Microsoft certifications (MCSE MCSA or newer rolebased certifications) Highly desired
Employment Type
Full Time
