Level 2 NOC Systems Administrator - Windows Focus

Unisys Corporation; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Unisys Corporation in Hopkins, MN seeks a Windows Systems Administrator to manage Windows development, test, and production servers, perform troubleshooting, patching, and OS hardening. You will monitor services, handle incidents, and contribute to runbooks and documentation.

Candidates should have a BA/BS and 2–4 years of relevant experience, strong AD skills, ability to support 24/7 operations with rotating shifts, and U.S. citizenship or residency. Linux credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience with Windows troubleshooting and server administration
• Ability to support 24/7 operations and rotating shifts
• U.S. Citizenship and U.S. residency required
• Linux credentials may be helpful if permitted

Responsibilities

• Windows Systems Administration across development, test, and production servers (reload, re-image, patch)
• Advanced Troubleshooting of Windows OS, Active Directory, and connectivity issues
• Monitoring & Proactive Response: daily system monitoring and remediation
• Software Management: install, remove, and upgrade Windows software and agents
• Incident Remediation: own Level 2 Windows tickets through resolution
• Operational Reporting: provide system evaluation reports and recommendations
• Documentation & Compliance: update records, licensing, and configuration data
• Knowledge Transfer: create runbooks and train Level 1 analysts

Skills

Windows troubleshooting

Server administration

Active Directory

Shift work ability

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

What success looks like in this role:

• Windows Systems Administration - Administers Windows development, test, and production servers including reloading, re-imaging, patching, GPO configuration, and OS hardening.
• Advanced Troubleshooting - Diagnoses and resolves complex Windows OS, Active Directory, and server connectivity issues.
• Monitoring & Proactive Response - Performs daily monitoring of Windows systems, services, and performance; initiates proactive remediation.
• Software Management - Installs, removes, and upgrades Windows-based software packages and agents.
• Incident Remediation - Owns Level 2 Windows-related tickets through resolution, including root cause analysis.
• Operational Reporting - Provides system evaluation reports and contributes to operational recommendations for Windows environments.
• Documentation & Compliance - Updates system records, ensures licensing compliance, and maintains accurate configuration data for Windows assets.
• Knowledge Transfer - Creates runbooks and how-to guides; trains Level 1 analysts on Windows procedures.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• BA/BS degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination.
• Strong experience with Windows troubleshooting and server administration.
• Ability to support 24O7 operations and rotating shifts.
• U.S. Citizenship and U.S. residency required.
• May also hold Linux credentials if permitted.

Shift timings:

Shift 1: Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm EST

Shift 2: Monday - Friday 3pm - 12am EST

Shift 3: Monday - Friday 11pm - 8am EST

Weekend Shift 1: Saturday & Sunday - 7am - 8pm EST

Weekend Shift 2: Saturday & Sunday - 7pm - 8am EST

* Weekend shifts will also include 16 additional hours during the week.

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This role may require access to export-controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

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