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Role : Windows Server System Administrator Client : DC Government Location : Washington, DC (Onsite) Job Description : Core Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy • Lead the planning and execution of server upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities • Manage and optimize virtualization platforms (Hyper-V/VMware) and cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) • Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions • Monitor system performance and capacity planning • Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures • Provide escalated technical support and troubleshooting • Mentor junior system administrators and provide technical guidance • Participate in on-call rotation for critical system support Technical Requirements Required Skills • 7+ years of experience administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) • Expert knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP • Strong experience with virtualization technologies (Hyper-V and/or VMware) • Proven experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions • Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation • Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls) • Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization • Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCSA, or newer role-based certifications) • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) • Knowledge of configuration management tools (SCCM, Ansible) • Experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools • Experience with security compliance frameworks HIPAA Preferred Skills Leadership & Soft Skills • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities • Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring junior staff • Strong documentation and process development skills • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams Education • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field • Advanced technical certifications preferred --------------------------------------------- CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: 1. Demonstrates expertise in conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty. 2. Identifies improvements to project standards to achieve high quality services/products. 3. Identifies best practices and standards for the use of the product. 4. Delivers support and design for industry specific technologies that require integration with systems or networks. 5. Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts. 6. Functions as a niche technical SME. 7. Lead experience with technical expertise across large, complex implementations for systems. Minimum Education/Certification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience Job Type: Contract Pay: $80.00 - $85.00 per hour Schedule: • Monday to Friday Experience: • Cloud architecture and implementation, Azure cloud services: 7 years (Preferred) • 16+ yrs. conveying technical and functional concepts: 10 years (Preferred) • (MCSE, MCSA, or newer role-based certifications): 3 years (Preferred) • etworking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls): 7 years (Preferred) • monitoring tools and performance optimization: 7 years (Preferred) • administering Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022): 7 years (Preferred) • Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP: 7 years (Preferred) • virtualization technologies (Hyper-V and/or VMware): 7 years (Preferred) • backup and disaster recovery solutions: 7 years (Preferred) • PowerShell scripting and automation: 7 years (Preferred) • cloud platforms (Azure or AWS), sccm: 7 years (Preferred) • 16+ yrs. preparing complex technical documentation: 4 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Washington, DC 20208 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Washington, DC 20208: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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