Lead Windows Systems Administrator - Classified IT

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a dynamic Windows System Administrator to lead our Windows team in a high-security, classified IT environment in Laurel, MD. You will drive efficiency, implement advanced technologies, and guide team members to deliver reliable Windows infrastructure and HPC support.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in IT and strong communication skills, with the ability to obtain the necessary security clearances.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of IT experience with systems administration.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance and eventual Secret clearance.
• IAT Level II Certification or Security+ CE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Windows team to meet sector needs and priorities.
• Prioritize and manage workloads across projects.
• Propose and implement novel strategies for tasks.
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Develop automation solutions to improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior staff and document technical guidance.

Skills

Windows systems administration

Team leadership

DevOps practices

Project management

Communication skills

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Security+ CE Certification

IAT Level II Certification

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a dynamic Windows System Administrator to lead our Windows team in a high-security, classified IT environment in Laurel, MD. You will drive efficiency, implement advanced technologies, and guide team members to deliver reliable Windows infrastructure and HPC support.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in IT and strong communication skills, with the ability to obtain the necessary security clearances.