System Administrator Windows (Night Shift)

LaunchTech•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LaunchTech is seeking a System Administrator Windows (Night Shift) to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. This role provides after-hours operational support for mission-critical Windows-based systems, ensuring system stability, security compliance, and timely resolution of incidents during off-hour mission activities. Typical shift hours are 1400–2200, with flexibility as required to support mission needs.

Requirements

Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
May be reduced with completion of advanced education
Must have 4, or more, years of directly relatable experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows operating systems and applications (e.g., Windows Server 2022, Windows 11)
Must have strong knowledge of Active Directory Users and Computers, Sites and Services, DNS, Group Policy, TCP/IP networking, and LDAP
Must have experience with Multi-Factor Authentication methodologies
Must have experience building, configuring, and deploying servers and systems in a virtualized environment
Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Have a strong understanding of troubleshooting methodologies and root cause analysis
Have experience with security patching and software management using WSUS
Have experience with NetApp NAS storage
Have working knowledge of PowerShell scripting
Have strong understanding of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Have knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems, and MDIOC operations
Have a degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline

Responsibilities

Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers and systems
Install, configure, and manage on-prem Active Directory environments, including Group Policy Object (GPO) implementation
Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management, and documentation practices
Make recommendations to plan, develop, and execute work plans that meet critical-path requirements
Perform physical inspections and research using system and event logs, tools, and software to identify issues and trends
Provide timely status updates to team leads, managers, and stakeholders on task progress and troubleshooting efforts
Use the Remedy ticketing system to report, track, and document incidents and resolution actions
Perform evening shift work, typically 1400–2200, with flexibility to support off-hour mission activities
Assist integration leads and managers with problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation
Advise team members and leadership on technical recommendations related to system improvements, optimization methods, and process development
Interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to resolve complex integration and technical challenges