Windows System Administrator

Oltre-Cyber Space Defence; La Spezia; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading cybersecurity firm located in La Spezia, Italy, is seeking a Windows System Administrator to support secure infrastructures within the Cyber, Space & Defence domain. The successful candidate will manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms, while ensuring both physical and electronic security of systems. Candidates should have strong NATO clearance eligibility, excellent English proficiency, and at least five years of relevant experience. This role requires dynamic problem-solving skills within an agile environment.

Competenze

• At least 5 years of post-related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MS Windows Server administration.
• Strong experience with WSUS, SCCM, CA, NPS.
• Excellent English proficiency (NATO STANAG 6001 – SLP 3333).
• Eligibility for NATO Secret security clearance.

Mansioni

• Perform daily administration of Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory Services.
• Administer virtualization platforms and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
• Execute installation, configuration, updates, and maintenance of systems.
• Monitor systems proactively and detect performance degradation.
• Provide 2nd-line support and collaborate closely with the Service Desk.

Conoscenze

MS Windows Server administration

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

Group Policies (GPOs)

PowerShell scripting

WSUS

SCCM

Virtualization and VDI

English proficiency

Formazione

Higher technical vocational training or equivalent experience

Strumenti

Microsoft SQL Server

VMware

Descrizione del lavoro

Location. La Spezia, Italy

Security. Eligibility for NATO Secret clearance required

Oltre-CSD is looking for an experienced Windows System Administrator to support secure, mission-critical infrastructures within the Cyber, Space & Defence domain. The successful candidate will perform system administration across classified and unclassified networks and ensure the physical and electronic security of all systems.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform daily administration of Microsoft Windows Server environments (AD, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies).
• Manage Active Directory Services including Domain Controllers, Trust Relationships, CA, NPS.
• Administer virtualization platforms and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (Microsoft, VMware).
• Execute installation, configuration, updates, and maintenance of Windows-based systems and applications.
• Use infrastructure management tools to automate provisioning, deployment, and testing.
• Perform system and data backups and restorations following standard procedures.
• Monitor systems proactively, detect performance degradation, and generate availability reports.
• Lead troubleshooting activities, resolve operational issues, and propose corrective or procurement actions.
• Tailor system software to maximize hardware performance and install/test new versions.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation for systems, networks, and cabling.
• Develop scripts (PowerShell) to automate system administration tasks.
• Support release management processes, including roll-out and roll-back.
• Provide 2nd-line support and collaborate closely with the Service Desk, including on-the-job training for 1st-line support.
• Stay up-to-date with IT technology and user-facing trends to ensure modern support capabilities.
• Perform duties both at the Centre and, when required, on deployed platforms (typically short deployments).

Mandatory Requirements

• Higher technical vocational training or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of post-related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with:
  • MS Windows Server administration
  • Active Directory
  • DNS, DHCP
  • GPOs
• Strong experience with WSUS, SCCM, CA, NPS.
• In-depth experience with virtualization and VDI technologies.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, email clients, browsers, and web content management tools.
• Ability to ensure physical and electronic security of systems.
• Proven agility in dynamic environments and a strong service-oriented attitude.
• Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell essential).
• Excellent English proficiency (NATO STANAG 6001 – SLP 3333).
• Eligibility for NATO Secret security clearance (active clearance is considered a strong asset).

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server administration.
• VMware or Microsoft Server certifications (e.g., MCSA).
• Experience in hybrid Linux/Active Directory environments.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL Service Management.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with configuration control and collaboration tools.
• Prior experience in international military/civilian environments.
• Certifications such as Security+, Network+, or equivalent.