Amentum

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR 2 (WINDOWS)

Amentum$110K — $135K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2 years of Windows system administration experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows Server and IT infrastructure concepts
  • Familiar with PowerShell and scripting for automation
  • VMware/Nutanix certification required
  • Experience with MECM/SCCM and cybersecurity techniques
  • Must obtain DOD 8570.1M IAT Level II certification before starting
  • Able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret US Government Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server environments
  • Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and GPOs
  • Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs and DoW cybersecurity policies
  • Execute patch management using automated tools
  • Conduct system hardening and vulnerability remediation
  • Modify PowerShell scripts for task automation
  • Support virtualization platforms (VMware and Hyper-V)
  • Assist in generating documentation for Authority to Operate packages
  • Provide technical guidance to junior IT staff
  • Engage in Change Control Boards for system updates
  • Participate in backup and disaster recovery efforts

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement match
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking a Systems Administrator 2 (Windows) for a position on Kauai, HI. Provide intermediate-to-advanced level Microsoft infrastructure support for U.S. Navy operations within a Department of War (DoW) environment. This role involves comprehensive system administration, applying Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) controls, and serving as an escalation point for complex technical issues on both classified and unclassified networks.

Responsibilities
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server environments across classified and unclassified Navy networks.
  • Manage and configure Active Directory, Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
  • Ensure system compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)s and DoW cybersecurity policies, executing remediation tasks as needed.
  • Execute patch management processes and deploy updates across Microsoft systems utilizing automated tools (e.g., Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager MECM).
  • Perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation leveraging tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Endpoint Security Solution (ESS), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP).
  • Utilize and modify PowerShell scripts to automate routine administrative tasks.
  • Manage and support virtualization platforms, primarily VMware and Hyper-V.
  • Assist cybersecurity teams in generating and maintaining documentation for Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and Plan of Action and Milestones. (POAM).
  • Serve as an escalation point for junior IT staff, providing technical guidance and troubleshooting support.
  • Participate in Change Control Boards (CCBs) to review and implement system changes.
  • Support backup, disaster recovery, and incident response efforts.
  • General office environment with site visits as well as periodic "at sea" duty to support the PMRF's Mobile at Sea Sensor system (MATSS)
  • Candidate must be capable of working in a team environment and participate in technical and system administrative activities throughout project life cycles.


Physical Elements/ Environment
  • Lifting, Pushing/Pulling: over 50lbs
  • Work positions requirements: walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, cramped, sitting and work requiring repeated stooping or frequent climbing.
  • Environment: customer contact, extended workday, confined work area, office laboratory, field assignment, and inclement weather.


Minimum Qualifications

Experience
  • Two (2) years of specialized Window system administration required.
  • Knowledge of IT systems and advance IT infrastructure concepts
  • Must be proficient in operating personal computers, computer software and standard office equipment
  • Must have basic keyboarding skills and aptitude for neatness and accuracy in sorting
  • Critical thinking - Proven problem solver
  • Proficiency in automation tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)
  • VMware/Nutanix certification
  • Knowledge/Administration of Trellix, LogRhythm, and MDE
  • Experience with MECM/SCCM
  • Experience with DoW systems and infrastructure
  • Knowledge in Cyber Security Methods and Techniques


Education
  • Associate's Degree
  • High School Diploma with four (4) years of directly related Window system administration experience may be substituted for an A.S. degree.


Certifications (subject to change based on industry, DoW, or local policy requirements)
  • DoW, or local policy requirements
  • DOD 8570.1M IAT Level II required prior to start
  • One of the following OS Certifications required prior to start:
  • Azure Administrator Associate (Exam AZ-104)
  • Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (Exam AZ-800 and AZ-801)


Preferred Qualifications
  • Advance knowledge and certification in both Windows Server and RHEL is considered highly desired


Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Top Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

Compensation Details:
$110K - $135K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
09/03/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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