Windows System Administrator (Remote Opportunity)

Mind Computing

2d • Remote

About The Position

Mind Computing is seeking a full-time, 100% remote Windows System Administrator to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The role administers, maintains, and secures enterprise Windows infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications and data platforms. Responsibilities include managing physical and virtual server environments, implementing system hardening and security configurations, maintaining enterprise backup and recovery solutions, and ensuring system availability and compliance with federal security standards. The candidate must reside within the continental United States.

The selected candidate will be required to complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check. Mind Computing is an equal opportunity employer. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or another engineering or technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience administering Windows Server environments in enterprise or large-scale infrastructure environments.
• Hands-on experience with Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), Windows clustering, sFTP configuration, and SAN-attached storage.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration, patch management, system hardening, and federal security compliance requirements.
• Experience with virtualization technologies, including Microsoft Hyper-V and Virtual Machine Manager (VMM).
• Familiarity with enterprise backup and monitoring solutions such as Commvault, SolarWinds, or SCOM.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, scripting, and technical documentation skills, including experience with PowerShell.
• Ability to obtain a government clearance.
• Must reside within the continental United States.
• Must complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check.
• Sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs or other federal healthcare environments.
• Knowledge of Windows-based integrations with Azure-hosted services and hybrid cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Nessus vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and Authority to Operate (ATO) readiness activities.
• Exposure to container-based platforms and enterprise infrastructure automation.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, to develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for server automation, patching, and Active Directory administration.
• Experience leveraging AI tools for STIG and Nessus vulnerability analysis, remediation planning, system monitoring, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted troubleshooting and analysis of Windows event logs, system errors, and performance data.
• Experience using AI tools to develop and maintain technical documentation, including configuration guides, runbooks, system topology diagrams, and audit artifacts.
• Understanding of secure and responsible AI practices within federal environments, including agency-approved tools, protection of sensitive system information, and compliance with VA and federal AI guidance.
• Relevant industry certifications, such as Microsoft, CompTIA Security+, MCSA, or ITIL v4.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, and maintain Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, and newer) across development, staging, and production environments.
• Administer enterprise services, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SMB, RDP, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
• Monitor, maintain, and optimize server performance to ensure system availability, reliability, and security compliance.
• Configure and maintain Windows server clusters, SAN-attached storage, and multipath I/O (MPIO) for high availability.
• Support HP ProLiant servers and blades, including firmware updates, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Use SCOM and SolarWinds to monitor system health, identify issues, and proactively address performance concerns.
• Configure and troubleshoot network interfaces, NIC teaming, Mellanox NICs, and switch integrations.
• Implement VA/DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs), remediate vulnerabilities, and maintain secure system configurations.
• Configure and maintain secure remote access services, including sFTP and RDP, with appropriate encryption and access controls.
• Administer Commvault backup and recovery solutions, including scheduling, validation, and restoration procedures.
• Support deployment and configuration of enterprise software, including Visual Studio, Power BI, ER/Studio, Jupyter Lab, and SQL Server.
• Troubleshoot issues across physical and virtual environments, including Microsoft Hyper-V, to minimize downtime and ensure rapid recovery.
• Collaborate with application developers, database engineers, and cybersecurity teams to maintain operational alignment and security compliance.
• Maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, system topology diagrams, and operational procedures for audit readiness.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support project objectives and organizational innovation initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• PTO and federal holidays.
• Corporate laptop.
• Training opportunities.
• Remote opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level