Windows Systems Administrator Team Lead

Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Windows Systems Administrator – Team Lead to manage systems engineering and support in a classified DoD environment. This on-site role involves overseeing a team, providing Tier 2 and Tier 3 support while ensuring compliance with government standards.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid Top Secret Clearance and have at least 10 years of experience in IT systems administration, focusing on enterprise Windows infrastructure and technologies such as VMware and PowerShell.

Qualifications

• Minimum active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• DoD 8140/8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II (IAT-II) certification.
• 10 years of experience supporting enterprise Windows environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical activities of system administrators.
• Provide Tier 3 support for in-house developed systems.
• Maintain Windows server operating systems.

Skills

Windows Systems Administration

Team Leadership

PowerShell Scripting

Active Directory

VMware

Tools

VMware vSphere

DNS

DHCP

Job description

THE POSITION

We are seeking a Windows Systems Administrator – Team Lead to provide systems engineering and administration support for mission‑critical, contract‑owned systems operating in a classified DoD environment. This role delivers Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, oversees lifecycle maintenance of Windows‑based infrastructure, and leads a team of system administrators in daily operations and engineering activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and coordinate technical activities of assigned system administrators, providing leadership on enterprise Windows infrastructure operations.
• Provide Tier 3 support for in‑house developed systems and site‑unique enhancements.
• Maintain Windows server operating systems at Government‑required versions.
• Maintain COTS, GOTS, and Open‑Source software at required versions.
• Install, configure, test, administer, and troubleshoot server and client software upgrades.
• Develop engineering assessments of system configurations and recommend improvements.
• Support network monitoring activities and firewall configuration as required.
• Administer Active Directory architecture, DNS, DHCP, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
• Manage VMware environments including vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Support SAN storage, enterprise backup and recovery solutions, and automation through PowerShell scripting.
• Participate in change and configuration control processes to ensure compliance within classified DoD environments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Position located on‑site

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility; AND
• DoD 8140/8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II (IAT-II) certification; AND
• 10 years of relevant IT systems engineering or systems administration experience supporting enterprise Windows environments.

PREFERRED

• Experience supporting systems within classified DoD enterprise environments.
• Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).
• PowerShell scripting and automation experience.