Windows Engineer- Tier 2

POWDER RIVER INDUSTRIES LLC•Washington, DC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Windows Engineer to design, integrate, and support enterprise-grade Windows server environments within a mission-driven government contracting program. This role is ideal for a technical professional who thrives in secure, fast-paced environments and enjoys building resilient, scalable, and automated Windows solutions. You will play a key role in shaping and optimizing the organization’s Windows infrastructure, both physical and virtual, while driving innovation through automation, modern tooling, and best-in-class engineering practices. A major emphasis of this role will be on Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).

Requirements

Strong expertise with MECM, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
Proficiency with PowerShell and automation frameworks.
Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).
Familiarity with IIS, SSL certificate management, and enterprise security practices.
Background supporting secure or regulated environments (DoD, federal, or government contracting preferred).

Responsibilities

Design, integrate, and implement Windows server systems, applications, and new infrastructure solutions.
Manage and maintain physical and virtual Windows server environments, ensuring secure, efficient, and responsive operations.
Develop, test, and deploy automated workflows that enhance IT service delivery using MECM, PowerShell, and other automation tools.
Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers, workstations, and associated software to ensure optimal performance.
Apply OS patches, updates, and security fixes to maintain compliance and system integrity.
Continuously monitor system health, performance, and resource utilization to proactively identify and resolve issues.
Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network problems with minimal operational disruption.
Administer user accounts, permissions, and Group Policies through Active Directory and related tools.
Implement and enforce security controls including firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and vulnerability management.
Configure, test, and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure system resilience.
Automate routine administrative tasks and system configurations to improve operational efficiency.
Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps; support reporting and metrics collection.
Provide advanced Active Directory administration, including trusts, migrations, functional levels, and GPO management.
Develop and track change requests for software upgrades, patches, and system enhancements.
Collaborate with vendors to resolve configuration issues and improve system reliability; manage SSL certificates as needed.
Analyze network and server design, recommending improvements for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Monitor and remediate server vulnerabilities based on security scans and compliance requirements.
Support and manage IIS and related web technologies to ensure reliable web service operations.
Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive resolution.
Contribute to process development and optimization across IT operational workflows.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support mission success.