Senior Systems Administrator / Enterprise Windows Administration Support Services (EWASS) / Secret or Top-Secret

S2i2 Inc; New Cumberland (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certifications support

Accessible leadership

Regular updates

Networking events

Team-building activities

Veterans support

Job summary

S2i2 Inc is hiring a Senior Systems Administrator to lead the enterprise Windows environment for Defense Logistics Agency operations. You will oversee Windows systems, drive automation, mentor staff, and coordinate across on-prem and cloud environments, ensuring security, performance, and reliability.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years IT experience, DoD 8570 baselines, relevant certifications, and a technical degree; travel to multiple sites may be involved, with active security clearances

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience in Information Processing with hardware and software solutions
• 4+ years hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting software
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering)
• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification at IAT Level II or Level III (e.g., Security+ CE, CISSP, CCNP Security)
• One nationally recognized technical authority certification (e.g., MCSE, AWS/SOC)

Responsibilities

• Oversee stability, security, and performance of Windows systems and network connections.
• Plan, install, configure, maintain, and optimize network software and links.
• Organize and manage information systems, resolve end-user issues, and analyze capacity and performance with recommendations.
• Drive team efficiency through automation and training; support operations across multiple locations.
• Mentor and lead system admins, optimize resources and user support.
• Lead vulnerability management initiatives and patching, STIG/ACAS remediation.
• Lead Windows Server administration across NIPR and SIPR networks, on-premises and cloud.

Skills

Leadership

PowerShell

Active Directory

Group Policy

Vulnerability management

STIG/ACAS

Windows Server

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

NIPR/SIPR networks

Cloud environments

Job description

Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator / Enterprise Windows Administration Support Services (EWASS)

Quantity: 5

Job Location(s): On-site - one position at each of the following sites:

• Columbus, OH

• Battle Creek, MI

• Richmond, VA

• Ft. Belvoir, VA

• New Cumberland, PA

Work Schedule: On-site, Monday through Friday

Clearance: Active Secret or Top-Secret or TS/SCI

Salary Range: $100k-$115K (based on experience

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Systems Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Join a high-impact team responsible for optimizing and securing the Defense Logistics Agency's enterprise Windows environments. As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will lead daily operations, drive process improvements, and help shape the future of DLA's mission-critical IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• -Oversee the stability, security, and performance of DLA's Windows systems and network connections.

• -Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, and optimize network software and communication links.

• -Organize and manage information management systems, resolve end-user software and connectivity issues, and conduct capacity and performance analysis with actionable recommendations.

• -Drive team efficiency through automation, process refinement, and targeted training. Provide comprehensive support for operational systems, including maintenance, upgrades, and new installations across multiple locations.

• -Mentor and lead system administrators, optimizing system resources and user support.

• -Apply advanced knowledge of application networking, load balancing, and fault tolerance while spearheading vulnerability management initiatives.

• -Lead daily Windows Server administration across NIPR and SIPR networks - both on-premises and on-the cloud.

• -Responsibilities include; patching, STIG and ACAS remediation, Active Directory and Group Policy management, performance monitoring, PowerShell automation, and vulnerability management. Supervise and mentor a team of system administrators to ensure operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive, specialized IT experience in Information Processing, including a range of hardware and software solutions

• At least four (4) years of direct, hands‑on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting software

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering)

DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification at IAT Level II – One (1) of the Following:

(ex., CompTIA Security+ CE, CySA+, GIAC GSEC, GICSP, EC-Council CND, ISC2 SSCP, Cisco CCNA Security) or IAT Level III (ex., ISC2 CISSP or Associate, ISACA CISA, CompTIA CASP+ CE, GIAC GCED, GIAC GCIH, Cisco CCNP Security, ISC2 CCSP)

Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority – One (1) of the Following:

(ex., Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Okta Certified Administrator, ISA CCST Level I, CISA CPS Cybersecurity, Infoblox CDCA, GIAC GCWN, MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure, Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations Associate, Microsoft 365 Messaging Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional or Associate, Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate)

About S2i2

S2i2 is a growing company with a supportive and inclusive culture and many opportunities for professional development and growth. We have created a supportive, family-like work environment where contributions are recognized. Regular company updates and open lines of communication with leadership fosters collaboration within the company.

We are proud to include:

• Support to achieve professional certifications and degrees

• Leadership that is accessible to all employees

• Regular company updates

• Client networking social engagements

• Monthly team-building activities (past examples: Top Golf)

• Supporting our community - including veterans

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.