Windows System Administrator

Job Title: Windows System Administrator

Work Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Clearance: Active/current DoD Secret Clearance and TSA suitability

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree is required with 5 or more years of related professional experience in a technical field

Certifications: (all desired): ITIL v3 certification and experience, and Security +, and CompTIA A+ certification, and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSA), including experience with security hardening

Schedule: Monday Friday day shift

Travel: Occasional

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Listing Number: CO19046

LCAT: Windows System Administrator, L2 mid-level

Summary:

Solid understanding of troubleshooting and configuration of Windows servers and workstations, to include protocols and switching, best-practice configurations, connectivity and networking concepts. Ensures redundancy in all implementations, assisting with network configuration.  Supports users with system application problems and coordinates resolution. Supports network operations and maintains network availability by monitoring and controlling system resources. Performs diagnostics and analysis of problems affecting system performance. Takes corrective action as necessary or interacts with other SME's and vendors to resolve problems.  Tracks status of problem resolution and follows up to ensure satisfactory outcome. Assists in the evaluation, testing and recommendation of hardware, software, and network configurations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install and configure Windows operating systems to include Server 2008 R2, Server 2012, and Windows 10.
• Configure server and workstation hardware as necessary according to system requirements.
• Install and configure required applications.
• Utilize Microsoft SCCM to apply Microsoft security patches to Windows servers and workstations.
• Utilize McAfee Server to apply anti-virus policies and update definitions.
• Create, modify, and delete user accounts and groups in Active Directory.
• Troubleshoot server, workstation, and user experience issues and track work with Remedy.
• Create and configure virtual machines as necessary.
• Experience with NTFS file and share permissions.
• Ensure adequate backup for all recovery scenarios.
• Planning and implementing patches and Service Packs.
• Reviewing logs for errors or potential problem alerts and taking corrective action.
• Planning and ensuring redundancy for all critical components.
• Maintain Virus protection on all Windows devices.
• Maintaining documentation reflecting the current operational environment.
• Experience troubleshooting network and domain related issues

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS and five (5) years of experience in configuration, security, failover, and optimization of Windows servers.
• Quick learner.
• Must be able to adapt to quickly evolving technology and priority changes.
• Have a desire to work closely with other members of the IT/development team.
• Ability to work on individual tasks, as well as team-oriented tasks.
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities.
• Ability to work under a cross-matrix management structure.
• Required to be on-call and respond in a timely manner
• Some experience with Exchange 2013

Preferred Qualifications:

• System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)

To apply to this position please go to www.s4inc.com and click on Careers to complete and an employment application and to upload your resume.

S4 Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package with 401(k), and universal time off.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disabilities/veterans. S4 participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.  If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, then we invite you to submit your resume. Candidate selected must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required by the contract at all times

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and need a reasonable accommodation to apply to a position, please contact Michelle Sweeney

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