Windows System Administrator (Remote)

GovCIO; Juneau (AK); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Windows System Administrator to join their innovative team. In this fully remote role, you will manage and maintain the Veterans Affairs IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will troubleshoot hardware and software issues, execute system upgrades, and maintain detailed documentation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on government IT services while working in a supportive environment that values transformation and innovation.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant experience in IT management and support.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and manage user accounts.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Relevant experience in application support or development

Tools

AWS

Azure

Agile methodologies

Networking tools (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs)

Job description

Overview

GovCIOisseekinga 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, ensuringoptimalperformance and security, and executing scheduled maintenance and upgrade activities. The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders, government leadership, and engineering teams to design,maintain, andoptimizeserver environments in alignment with customer requirements.This is a fully remote position located within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Proactivelymonitorsystem performance, diagnose issues, and implement innovative solutions to enhance reliability and security.

• Ensure rigorous security compliance by overseeing access controls, backups, andfirewallmanagement.

• 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 tomaintaincutting-edgetechnology 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 12years of relevant experience(preferably in application support or development).

• Provenproblem-solving andanalytical abilities.

• Excellentcommunicationand collaborationskills.

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, andfirewallconfigurations.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Clearance R equired **

• Ability to obtain andmaintaina suitability/Public Trust

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are 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.

But we can't do it alone. 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 status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2025-5994

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time