Senior Windows Administrator

CDO Technologies, Inc; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

CDO Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Windows Administrator to manage a mixed Windows Server 2019/2022 environment for government-hosted services.

You will lead Active Directory, Group Policy, and web app infrastructure (IIS/Apache), automate tasks with PowerShell, and enforce security, reliability, and DR best practices. A DoD clearance and relevant certs are required.

Qualifications

• Active DoW Secret security clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ certificate.
• Certs: MCSE/Server+/CCNA/Red Hat/Palo Alto or equivalent; can be obtained within 30 days after start.
• 8 years IT/CS experience with: at least 5 years as Windows Systems Administrator/Engineer.
• At least 3 years PowerShell automation experience.
• At least 5 years installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting IIS and Apache.
• At least 5 years supporting complex networks (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP).
• At least 5 years managing enterprise Active Directory structures.
• At least 5 years creating and maintaining Group Policy implementations.
• At least 5 years creating, maintaining, and following SOPs for repeatable processes, DR, and problem resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and team-collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• At least three years patch management, STIGs, RMF, and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage Windows server infrastructure and support.
• Plan, deploy, and troubleshoot new systems hardware and software.
• Monitor, tune, harden, and report on server performance and security.
• Administer Active Directory and Group Policy environments.
• Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell.
• Install, configure, sustain, and troubleshoot complex web applications and websites (IIS/Apache).
• Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and utilization reports.
• Support lifecycle management and preventative maintenance for data-center equipment.
• Recommend and implement technologies to improve efficiency and resilience.

Skills

PowerShell automation

Active Directory management

Group Policy management

Networking fundamentals

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

IIS

Apache

MCSE

Server+

CCNA

Job description

Are you ready to apply cutting-edge technologies to solve real world problems? Do you thrive in an environment where people leverage technology and processes to build innovative and sustainable solutions? You might just be a perfect fit for the CDO team. Since 1995, CDO Technologies has delivered the best solutions for unique business problems in the commercial and federal sectors ranging from Asset Management to IT Services. CDO employees demonstrate integrity, embrace teamwork, and embody a Can Do attitude in the delivery of superior customer service.

Position Summary

The Senior Windows Administrator supports a mixed and growing Windows Server 2019 and Windows Server 2022 enterprise environment. This role delivers secure administration, automation, performance management, lifecycle support, and technical leadership for Government-hosted services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot, and support Windows server infrastructure.
• Plan, execute, and implement new systems hardware and software.
• Monitor, tune, harden, and report on server performance, security, and operational status.
• Administer enterprise Active Directory and Group Policy environments.
• Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell.
• Install, configure, sustain, and troubleshoot complex web applications and websites, including IIS and Apache.
• Maintain technical instructions, operating procedures, policies, utilization reports, and corrective-action records.
• Support lifecycle management, firmware version control, and preventive maintenance for data-center equipment.
• Recommend and implement technologies that improve infrastructure efficiency, resilience, and capability.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoW Secret security clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Computing Environment certification, such as MCSE, Server+, CCNA, Red Hat, Palo Alto, or equivalent; may be obtained within 30 days after project start.
• 8 years Experience in computer science or IT with:
• At least five years of experience as a Windows Systems Administrator or Engineer.
• At least three years of PowerShell automation experience.
• At least five years installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex applications and websites, including IIS and Apache.
• At least five years supporting complex network environments and core protocols/services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, and SNMP.
• At least five years managing enterprise Active Directory structures.
• At least five years creating and maintaining complex Microsoft Group Policy implementations.
• At least five years creating, maintaining, and following SOPs for repeatable processes, disaster recovery, and common-problem resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and team-collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.

At least three years of experience supporting patch management, STIGs, SRGs, RMF, SCA-V, and CORA activities.

What can a CDO employee expect?

At CDO Technologies, we believe in taking care of our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Our health and welfare benefits include two medical plan options along with a LiveHealth program to see a doctor online anytime day or night. CDO offers dental, vision, and a Flexible Spending Account for medical or childcare. Employees may also enroll in a 401(k) plan with their first paycheck. Full-time employees also receive company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance. We also provide tuition reimbursement, professional development, and certification reimbursements. Finally, CDO also offers employees a generous leave program including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

CDO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.