Los Alamos National Laboratory

Windows Systems Administrator (Computing Systems Professional 2)

Los Alamos National Laboratory$87K — $143K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years administering Windows systems in complex environments.
  • Experience with Active Directory and server troubleshooting.
  • Ability to maintain software licensing services.
  • Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of related experience or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with multi-platform environments, including Linux.

Responsibilities

  • Administer Windows systems across classified and unclassified networks.
  • Manage Active Directory and provide end-user support.
  • Maintain a high-profile license server for key software functions.
  • Provide limited Linux support as needed.
  • Support and mentor junior staff in technical settings.

Benefits

  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with extensive nationwide network.
  • Dental and vision insurance coverage.
  • Free basic life and disability insurance.
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave available.
  • 401(k) with 6% matching plus annual contributions.
  • Learning opportunities with tuition assistance.
  • Flexible schedules and time off including paid holidays.
  • Access to onsite gyms and wellness programs.
  • Extensive relocation packages for those moving over 50 miles.
Full Job Description
Description

Job Title Windows Systems Administrator (Computing Systems Professional 2)

Location Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name ISD-PS/Programmatic Services

Minimum Salary 87800

Maximum Salary 143000

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
What You Will Do

The successful candidate will administer Windows systems across unclassified and classified networks, including Active Directory management, server maintenance, and end-user support.
The role includes operating and maintaining a high-profile license server required for key software functions and providing limited Linux support as needed.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Experience administering Windows systems in complex environments.
  • Experience with Active Directory, server support, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to maintain software licensing services or similar service-based systems.
Education/Experience:
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting specialized servers, licensing systems, or equivalent high-visibility services.
  • Experience mentoring or guiding junior staff in technical environments.
  • Familiarity with multi-platform environments, including limited Linux administration and Windows-focused operations.
  • Active DOE L or Q clearance, or equivalent, transferable clearance.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation) : Lift 40 to 50 pounds

Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year or 2 years.

Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)


Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Employment Status Full Time

Appointment Type Regular

Regular

Contact Details

Contact Name Vigil, Brittany Rose

Email [email protected]

Work Telephone

About Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a United States Department of Energy national laboratory initially organized during World War II for the design of nuclear weapons as part of the Manhattan Project. It is located a short distance northwest of Santa Fe, New Mexico in the southwestern United States. LANL conducts research in fields such as national security, space exploration, renewable energy, medicine, nanotechnology, and supercomputing. It is the largest institution of its kind in the world. LANL is managed and operated by Triad National Security, LLC, which is composed of Battelle Memorial Institute, the University of California, and the Texas A&M University System.
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