Calnet

Senior Windows Systems Administrator - Secret Clearance

Calnet$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification preferred.
  • Strong understanding of Azure services and Windows/Linux server administration.
  • Experience with Azure Monitor and scripting tools.
  • Familiarity with networking protocols like TCP/IP and DNS.
  • Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Provision and manage Azure resources, including VMs and networks.
  • Administer identity and access management with Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Monitor system performance and optimize for cost efficiency.
  • Automate cloud resource management using PowerShell or Azure CLI.
  • Support hybrid cloud integration and on-premise networking.
  • Manage backup configurations and disaster recovery processes.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Generous leave time.
Full Job Description
Description

As a Prime Government Contractor for a major government institution, we are currently searching for a talented Senior Windows System Administratorwith Secret Clearance to workin Washington DC

Job Requirements

Windows Systems Administrator manages, secures, and optimizes an organization's Microsoft infrastructure. Key responsibilities include deploying virtual machines, managing network security, configuring Active Directory, monitoring system performance, automating tasks via PowerShell/CLI, and supporting hybrid environments to ensure high availability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Infrastructure Management: Provisioning, configuring, and managing resources, including virtual machines (VMs), virtual networks (VNets), storage accounts, and database services.
  • Security & Identity Management: Administering Microsoft Active Directory, implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), managing user permissions, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
  • Monitoring & Optimization: Monitoring system health, performance, and usage metrics; performing cost optimization and troubleshooting incidents to ensure high availability.
  • Hybrid Integration: Supporting hybrid environments, on-premises networking, and server patching.
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery: Configuring and managing backups, replication, and data restoration services.

Certifications: CompTiA Security+

Typical Educational/Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Windows system administration.


This opportunity is onsite in Washington DC

CALNET, Inc. offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurances, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, and generous leave time.

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