Senior Windows System Administrator

Archer; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TekSynap is seeking a Senior Windows System Administrator in Rockville, MD to manage 100+ servers in an Active Directory environment. Responsibilities include server maintenance, Citrix XenDesktop VDI, Exchange, VMware, and patch management per government guidelines.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or 10 years of related experience, ability to obtain Public Trust, and passing a drug screening. Competitive benefits and career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field or 10 years related experience.
• Experience passing drug screening and obtaining Public Trust.
• Active Directory, server administration, patch management and DISA STIG alignment.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows Server 2022/2019/2016 for 100+ physical and virtual servers in AD environment.
• Provide Tier 1–3 system administration and helpdesk support for document management systems.
• Maintain Citrix XenDesktop VDI for 250 endpoints across sites.
• Manage on‑premises Exchange deployment for 250 users.
• Oversee VMware virtual infrastructure and hosts.
• Administer Barracuda firewall, VPN, and NAC solutions.
• Manage backups with Backup Exec and tape libraries.
• Apply patches using WSUS or equivalent tools per government guidelines.
• Contribute to system builds, upgrades, migrations, and code deployments.
• Create/update design docs, SOPs, and disaster recovery plans.

Skills

System administration

Patch management

Security compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field or 10 years related experience

Tools

VMware

Citrix XenDesktop

Microsoft Exchange

Backup Exec

Barracuda Firewall

VPN

NAC

WSUS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Senior Windows 2022 / 2019/2016 administrator responsible for server administrations, installation and maintenance services for 100 physical and virtual servers in a Microsoft Active Directory environment.


• Provide Tier one to three system administration and helpdesk support to the NRC’s Documentum Safeguards Electronic Safe or other document management systems


• Administer and maintain a multi-site Citrix XenDesktop VDI solution and associated thin clients for 250 endpoints


• Administer and maintain on premise Microsoft Exchange server deployment for 250 users


• Manage virtual infrastructure and hosts based on VMware technologies


• Responsible for Barracuda Firewall Administration, VPN, and NAC solution or similar tools


• Management of the daily data backup and retrieval scheme with Backup Exec and associated tape library hardware or other similar platforms


• Hands on experience with system patch management tools such as Windows WSUS or similar tools


• Previous experience required in applying patches in accordance with government guidelines and DISA STIG findings


• Experience with third-party applications and tools such as antivirus or Adobe Acrobat


• Participate in complete system builds, upgrades, migrations, code deployments and patch management. Configuration and testing of any new hardware and software.


• Create and/or update system design documentation, Standard Operating Procedures and Disaster Recovery plans

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field of study plus 7 years of relevant experience. 10 years of related experience accepted in lieu of a degree.


• Must successfully pass a drug screening


• Active or must be able to obtain Public Trust

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft MCPS, MCSA, MCSE


• Microsoft Certified Professional


• Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Server Infrastructure

We are seeking a Senior Windows System Administrator to join our team in Rockville, MD, supporting the NRC-SNCC contract.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com.

The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Location: Rockville, MD


• Type of environment: office setting


• Noise level: Soft


• Work schedule: Day shift Monday – Friday. (May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.)


• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.


• The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Must be a U.S Citizen


• Must successfully pass a drug screening


• Active or must be able to obtain Public Trust

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.