Windows System Administrator (Remote)

Lensa; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is assisting GovCIO in hiring a Windows System Administrator to manage and maintain the Veterans Affairs IT infrastructure. This fully remote role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience, focusing on system performance, security compliance, and collaboration with various teams to optimize server environments.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant experience in application support or development.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewall configurations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system performance and diagnose issues.
• Oversee access controls, backups, and firewall management.
• Execute system upgrades and maintain documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, engineering, or related field

Tools

Agile methodologies

Project management tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, GovCIO, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a highly skilled Windows System Administrator to support the management and maintenance of the Veterans Affairs IT infrastructure. This role involves troubleshooting hardware, software, and networking issues, ensuring optimal performance and security, and executing scheduled maintenance and upgrade activities. The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders, government leadership, and engineering teams to design, maintain, and optimize server environments in alignment with customer requirements. This is a fully remote position located within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor system performance, diagnose issues, and implement innovative solutions to enhance reliability and security.
• Ensure rigorous security compliance by overseeing access controls, backups, and firewall management.
• Lead the administration of network servers and technology tools, driving continuous improvement and scalability.
• Establish and configure user accounts and workstations to support seamless organizational productivity.
• Execute system upgrades, deploying new releases and tools to maintain cutting-edge technology standards.
• Maintain detailed internal documentation of system configurations and policies to ensure clarity, consistency, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field with 12 years of relevant experience (preferably in application support or development).
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewall configurations.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers—people passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

We need great people to help us do great things— for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.