Windows Infrastructure Engineer/Architect

Apex Systems; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Windows Infrastructure Engineer/Architect in Washington, DC, with hybrid work options. The role focuses on securing, scaling, and supporting core enterprise identity platforms, including AD and Azure Entra ID, PKI, and related cloud integrations.

You will architect robust identity solutions, lead Tier 3 design ownership, and guide governance, security, and operational processes across on-prem and cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Requires 8+ years of Windows Infrastructure experience or 6+ years with Master’s degree.
• Extensive experience with Azure environments and AD for centralized identity, SSO, and RBAC.
• Proven ability to architect and lead enterprise Windows infrastructure initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as Tier 3 escalation for AD/Azure ID environments.
• Architect identity solutions and manage enterprise PKI.
• Set standards for the infrastructure team and drive issue resolution.
• Hands-on deployment, maintenance, and monitoring of Windows servers and applications.
• Develop and enforce Azure governance like Azure Policy and Blueprints.
• Configure 2019/2022/2025 server OS and datacenter installations.

Skills

Active Directory

Azure AD/Microsoft Entra ID

PKI/AD CS

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Cloud architectures (Azure)

Federated identity & SSO

ITIL4/ServiceNow

Networking concepts (DNS, VPN)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Master’s degree (optional)

Tools

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

Azure Entra ID

Job description

Job#: 3054095

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Windows Infrastructure Engineer/Architect

Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)

Role Overview

This position is for a highly skilled Windows Infrastructure Engineer/Architect with experience in securing, scaling, and supporting core enterprise identity and access management platforms. The candidate will serve as the subject matter expert and highest-tier escalation point for the Active Directory (AD) environment and Azure Active Directory /Microsoft Entra ID cloud integrations. This role involves architecting robust identity solutions, managing the Enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and providing high-level architectural support to ensure security, compliance, and system availability across a hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for the Active Directory environment and Azure AD/Microsoft Entra ID cloud integrations.
• Architect robust identity solutions, manage Enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and provide high-level Tier 3 architectural support.
• Set standards for the infrastructure team and act as an escalation point for issues beyond Tier 1 and Tier 2 support.
• Provide hands-on support in program operations, configuration, deployment, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and enforce Azure governance frameworks, including Azure Policy, Management Groups, and Blueprints.
• Configure, maintain, and upgrade 2019, 2022, & 2025 servers operating systems.
• Configure, maintain, and upgrade physical and virtual server installations in datacenters.
• Design, deploy, and maintain Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) / PKI environments.
• Actively participate in reviewing and improving operational processes, procedures, technology, and documentation.
• Create, monitor, and drive to resolution change requests and trouble tickets for Windows Servers and applications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related technical field, and 8+ years of progressive Windows Infrastructure Engineer/Architect experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience. Equivalent additional experience may substitute for the degree.
• 6+ years of experience in cloud operations, engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years performing at a senior and lead level with design and architecture ownership for an enterprise Windows environment.
• Significant experience designing, operating, and maintaining Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience with the configuration, deployment, and management of Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD for centralized identity, SSO, and RBAC.
• Demonstrated experience with the integration of federated identity solutions with AWS Identity Center, Entra, or on-premises Active Directory.
• Hands-on experience with networking concepts (DNS, VPNs, load balancers) and cloud-based networking configurations.
• Experience with ITIL4 and ServiceNow.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture, Microsoft Entra ID, and on-prem interoperability.
• Familiarity with orchestration tools like Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.
• Ability to script in languages such as Python, Bash, Visual Basic, or PowerShell.
• Strong understanding of federated identity, modern authentication protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0), and cross-cloud authentication mechanisms.
• Applied knowledge of system security engineering, including CIS and STIG hardening, and vulnerability management.

Certifications

• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate certification (AZ-104).
• Current baseline certification appropriate for Intermediate System Administrator roles (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SSCP, or equivalent).

Work Conditions

• The work location is partial remote, with the need to support on-site work in Washington, DC as needed.
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift 50+ pounds.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program)
• 401K program
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
• corporate discount savings program
• other discounts
• on-demand training program, access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA
• dedicated customer service team for our Consultants to address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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