System Administrator III
About The Position
This is a contract position for a System Administrator in North Charleston, SC, with an hourly rate of $47.00. An active Secret Clearance is required to start. The role involves leading 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 for installation, upgrades, and support of software and hardware in line with military systems architecture and IT policies is expected. The position also includes configuring and maintaining Active Directory, Group Policy, and Exchange for secure, high-availability operations, supporting workstation imaging and deployment, performing HBSS configuration and deployment, and supporting system compliance through IAVA, STIGs, and ACAS standards. Troubleshooting issues related to Windows domains, network services, and directory structures, providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, monitoring and optimizing system performance, maintaining documentation, mentoring junior administrators, and participating in strategic planning of military systems infrastructure are key responsibilities.
Requirements
- Active Secret Clearance required
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred
- Several years of hands-on system administration experience in DoD or secure environments
- Must be willing and able to travel nationally and internationally for customer needs.
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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
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.
Benefits
- medical and supplemental insurance
- 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
