ValidaTek, Inc. · 1 week ago
Senior Systems Administrator - Windows
Pensacola, FL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expValidaTek, Inc. is dedicated to modernizing and optimizing IT services for federal civilian and defense agencies. They are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to manage and secure Windows-based systems, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and enhancing service reliability through collaboration and automation.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage, maintain, and secure Windows Server environments across multiple domains and enclaves
Administer and troubleshoot Active Directory (AD), DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and SMB file shares
Support and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases, including patching, backups, and performance optimization
Apply and validate DoD STIGs to maintain compliant system configurations
Contribute to RMF (Risk Management Framework) documentation and accreditation activities
Maintain accurate system documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and change records
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex infrastructure issues and enhance service reliability
Automate operational workflows using PowerShell, Ansible, Python, and Bash
Participate in system monitoring, patching, and configuration management cycles
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship (required)
Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
8+ years of hands-on experience as a Systems Administrator in a DoD or enterprise IT environment
Deep technical expertise in Windows Server Administration
Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy
SMB File Shares and NTFS permissions
MS SQL Server management and maintenance
Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model and network layer troubleshooting
Proven experience implementing DoD STIGs and supporting RMF compliance
Solid understanding of network fundamentals, including IP addressing, VLANs, and routing
Strong communication and problem-solving skills in mission-critical environments
Preferred
Experience with Linux Administration (RHEL, CentOS, or Ubuntu)
Experience using Ivanti Security Controls for agent and agentless patch management
Familiarity with ITIL v4 and Knowledge-Centered Services (KCS) frameworks
Automation experience using Ansible, PowerShell, Python, and Bash
Experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms
Prior work supporting classified or air-gapped environments
Company
ValidaTek, Inc.
ValidaTek is a premier government IT consulting firm based in the Washington DC area that drives technology transformation and secures mission-critical systems for our federal partners.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter Shortsleeves, CPA, MBA, CPCM
Chief Financial Officer
Said Rachidi
Chief Operating Officer
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