Sr System Administrator

North Charleston, South Carolina

Contract Position

$47.00/Hour

Active Secret Clearance Required to Start

Responsibilities:

• Lead Windows system administration tasks including configuration, patching, and performance tuning for Windows Server 2012/2016, SQL Server 2014, and Windows 10 environments.

• Travel to customer sites to oversee installation, upgrades, and support of software and hardware in line with military systems architecture and IT policies.

• Configure and maintain Active Directory, Group Policy, and Exchange environments for secure, high-availability operations.

• Support workstation imaging, deployment, and management using enterprise-level tools.

• Perform HBSS configuration and deployment, and support system compliance through IAVA, STIGs, and ACAS standards.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows domains, network services (DNS, DHCP, WINS), registry settings, and directory structures.

• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, escalating complex issues when necessary.

• Monitor and optimize system and network performance for operational continuity.

• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.

• Mentor junior administrators, supporting a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.

• Participate in long-term strategic planning of military systems infrastructure, incorporating evolving technologies.

Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred

• Experience: Several years of hands-on system administration experience in DoD or secure environments

• Travel: Must be willing and able to travel nationally and internationally for customer needs.

• Required Skills:

  • Strong expertise in Windows Server 2012/2016 and Microsoft SQL Server 2014

  • Basic proficiency with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6+

  • Proven experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and Exchange installation and maintenance

  • Familiarity with HBSS, STIGs, IAVA, and ACAS security compliance

  • Proficient in troubleshooting registry, networking, and Windows services

  • Experience with software distribution, workstation imaging, and system rollout

• Preferred Skills:

  • Security+ or other DoD 8570 compliant certification

  • Scripting/automation (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Ansible)

  • Virtualization experience with VMware or Hyper-V

  • Exposure to cloud platforms is a plus