Systems Administrator (Windows/DOD Security)

NikSoft Systems Corporation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NikSoft Systems Corporation is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to manage, build, and troubleshoot Windows servers (physical and virtual) while ensuring compliance with DOD security standards. The role focuses on deployment, configuration, lifecycle management, and system hardening with a strong emphasis on secure, highly available environments.

Responsibilities include administering Active Directory, Group Policy, file servers, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' Windows systems administration
• Experience with system hardening, DISA STIGs, and vulnerability remediation
• Familiarity with VMWare, SAN management, and (preferably) RedHat Linux
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, and file servers
• Maintain and develop system documentation
• Monitor system performance and implement patches
• Assist with network troubleshooting, upgrades, and asset lifecycle management
• Support requirements gathering and project milestones

Job description

Certifications Required: MCSE and/or MCSA

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to manage, build, and troubleshoot Windows servers (physical and virtual), ensuring compliance with DOD security standards. You will handle server deployment, configuration, lifecycle management, and system hardening (DISA STIGs), while supporting secure, highly available environments.

Key Qualifications:

• 5+ years' Windows systems administration
• Experience with system hardening, DISA STIGs, and vulnerability remediation
• Familiarity with VMWare, SAN management, and (preferably) RedHat Linux
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams
• BS in IT or related field; MCSE/MCSA required

Responsibilities:

• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, and file servers
• Maintain and develop system documentation
• Monitor system performance and implement patches
• Assist with network troubleshooting, upgrades, and asset lifecycle management
• Support requirements gathering and project milestones

Preferred: 7+ years' experience, DOD environment background, Agile team experience.

If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for secure, high-performance systems, apply today!