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Windows System Administrator, Mid-Level

Tekla Research

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Washington, DC
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$85,000 - $125,000

Job Description

Position Description:
Support Naval Research Laboratory Space Systems Development Division (SSDD). The primary objective of the SSDD is to develop command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) hardware and software solutions to space, airborne, and ground applications.
We are seeking a mid-level Windows Systems Administrator with 5–10 years of experience supporting
Department of Defense (DoD) environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience
administering modern Windows Server and Windows endpoint platforms, enforcing DoD security
standards, and supporting mission-critical systems in regulated or classified networks.

Required Experience:

• 5–10 years of Windows Systems Administration experience

• Experience supporting DoD or Federal IT environments

• Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2016+ and Windows 11

• Hands-on experience with DISA STIGs and SCAP tools

• Familiarity with RMF and NIST 800-53

• Experience working in controlled or classified environments

Skills Required:

• Security+ CE (DoD 8570 / 8140 compliant)

• Microsoft Windows certifications or equivalent experience

• RMF or CISSP preferred

Key responsibilities:

• Administer Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 environments

• Support Windows 11 Enterprise endpoints

• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and trusts

• Implement and remediate DISA STIGs

• Conduct SCAP scans and vulnerability remediation

• Support RMF activities and POA&M; remediation

• Perform system patching, monitoring, and incident response

• Support backup, restore, and disaster recovery operations

• Participate in change management and CCB processes

• Maintain system documentation and accreditation artifacts

Salary:
The projected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $125,000; however, this is not a guarantee of salary. Salary will be set based on experience and contractual requirements.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan, short- and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, 401K retirement & matching, Tuition assistance program, direct deposit, leave package and 11 paid federal holidays.
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IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
Secret