Windows Infrastructure / Systems Administrator

CACI•Bethesda, MD

About The Position

The Windows Infrastructure / Systems Administrator supports NSWC Carderock by maintaining its Microsoft Windows infrastructure and helping ensure combat readiness through the application of technology. The role engineers and sustains MECM infrastructure and standardized Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 images, manages operating system deployments, patches, vulnerabilities, software updates, and security baselines, and provides advanced troubleshooting and Tier-3 engineering support to Team 1041, technical codes, and the broader user community. The position also supports SQL Server instances used by MECM, VMware virtualization, asset inventory and reporting, and administrative automation with PowerShell. CACI describes a culture centered on integrity, innovation, trust, and continuous growth. Employees have access to flexible time off and learning resources. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including healthcare, wellness, financial and retirement benefits, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. The proposed salary range is $86,600–$181,800.

Requirements

At least 8 years of Windows Administration experience.
At least 3 years of experience working with MECM.
Microsoft Professional Certification.
Top Secret clearance required to start.
Mastery of PowerShell.

Nice To Haves

Experience with scripting and SQL Server.
Creative solutions on the MECM platform.
Experience working with the VMware platform.

Responsibilities

Architect and maintain the MECM hierarchy, including Primary Sites, Distribution Points, Management Points, Recast Server, WSUS server, and SQL server.
Engineer, harden, and sustain standardized Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 gold images using MDT and MECM Task Sequences; manage driver packages and post-OSD configurations.
Orchestrate enterprise-wide deployments of Microsoft Patch Tuesday updates.
Install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot Recast Management Servers integrated with the MECM environment.
Manage third-party application updates, patching, and software deployments using Recast.
Maintain high compliance rates while minimizing disruption to operations.
Implement and enforce DoD/DoN security baselines using DISA STIGs, and remediate vulnerabilities to improve VPA and security compliance posture.
Create detailed hardware and software inventory reports using SSRS or Recast Server.
Use PowerShell to automate administrative tasks, customize deployments, and develop remediation scripts.
Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances supporting the MECM database, including performance tuning and backup and recovery procedures.
Work with the VMware platform.
Provide Tier-3 engineering support to Team 1041, technical codes, and the broader user community.
Diagnose and resolve complex software, patch, and OS deployment failures.