Windows Administrator

Description & Requirements

Maximus is looking for a Windows Administrator to join its Technology Solutions (TS) Federal Health Team.

As a Senior Windows Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our Windows server environments, ensuring security, reliability, and performance to support our organization's critical infrastructure.

You will work with a team of highly skilled IT professionals and will support related systems and applications.

This position is on-site and requires an active Public Trust.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS219, T3, Band 6

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Microsoft Server Management:



* Deploy, configure, and manage Windows servers, including upgrades, patches, and security configurations.


* Support and manage the virtual environment (VMware) by troubleshooting, optimizing performance and resource allocation.

Active Directory Administration:



* Oversee and support all Windows server roles: Active Directory (AD), DNS, DHCP, group policy, Certificate server manager, and related services to maintain system health, performance, and security.

Backup and Disaster Recovery:



* Implement and maintain backup solutions (Commvault) to ensure data protection and high availability in case of incidents.


* Recommend and implement backup and recovery strategies to protect data integrity and availability.


* Perform regular backups and recovery drills to ensure data can be restored in case of failures or disasters.


* Security Management/Compliance:


* Apply security best practices and adhere to compliance requirements (NIST, ISO, GDPR) to safeguard sensitive information and ensure data integrity.

Troubleshooting and Support:



* Diagnose and resolve complex issues across the Windows infrastructure; provide third-level support for critical incidents and maintain ticketing documentation.


* Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to resolve database problems.

Documentation:



* Maintain SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) documentation of database configurations, procedures, and processes.


* Create and update operational manuals and guidelines for database management.

Automation:



* Use PowerShell and other scripting language and tools to automate repetitive tasks.


* Develop scripts to streamline server administration processes.

Collaboration:



* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Network, Security, and Firewall teams to support infrastructure projects and resolve issues.

Additional Support:


* Provide support for third party applications such as CrowdStrike, Ivanti Endpoint Security, SolarWinds, Symantec Endpoint Manager.

Job Specific Minimum Requirements:



* Active Public Trust Clearance.


* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or 4 years equivalent work experience).
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