Senior Windows System Administrator for Secure IT

Booz Allen Hamilton; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Windows System Administrator in Maryland to join a mission-focused team. You will manage servers and desktops, administer AD and GPO, and help harden IT infrastructure while aligning with security requirements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of Windows experience, can troubleshoot complex issues, and hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. Secret clearance is required for this enterprise role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years troubleshooting software and hardware in enterprise environments.
• End user software support, including installation, configuration, or troubleshooting.
• Configuring and setting up new hardware and devices.
• Administer Windows operating systems with AD, GPO, and permissions in secure environments.
• Follow guidance to support system compliance and security practices.
• Secret clearance required and DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-user software support and problem resolution for desktops and peripherals.
• Configure, patch, and maintain Windows-based systems and servers.
• Manage Active Directory, group policy, and file/folder permissions.
• Implement security best practices and system compliance measures.
• Collaborate with government staff and external IT partners on IT solutions.
• Support modernization initiatives and document troubleshooting steps.

Skills

End user software support

Hardware configuration

Troubleshooting desktops/laptops

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Secret clearance

Education

HS diploma or GED

DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE)

Tools

Active Directory

Group Policy

Windows OS administration

PowerShell

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Windows System Administrator in Maryland to join a mission-focused team. You will manage servers and desktops, administer AD and GPO, and help harden IT infrastructure while aligning with security requirements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of Windows experience, can troubleshoot complex issues, and hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. Secret clearance is required for this enterprise role.