Windows Systems Administrator (Junior)

Windows Systems Administrator (Junior)Redstone Arsenal/Huntsville, ALIPTA's Technology Solutions Team is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative interactions with customers, team members, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leaders, and partners we design practical solutions that solve real problems for major government and business organizations. As a member of our Technology Solutions group, you will work with a team of technologists focused on delivering innovative business solutions using emerging technologies through proven successful methods.Our Team:We are looking for talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with "fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service." Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals. We are looking for:Smart people with a passion for technologyAbility to solve challenging business problemsSelf-directed professionalsHunger to continually learn and growIPTA is looking for great talented people to support the work at the Army Aviation and Missile Center (AvMC). AvMC is the Army's focal point for providing research, development and engineering technology and services for aviation and missile platforms across the life cycle. AvMC's mission is to "deliver collaborative and innovative aviation and missile capabilities for responsive and cost-effective research, development, and life cycle engineering solutions" to equip the Warfighter with the best technology today and tomorrow.The Windows Server Administrator will provide Tier III IT operations support for both classified and unclassified environments for AvMC. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining Windows-based servers and ensuring service availability, performance, security, and compliance with AvMC and Army directives. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Active Directory, Windows Server, endpoint management, and virtualization technologies, while also supporting cloud integrations and evolving enterprise service delivery models.Responsibilities:Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, SCCM/Intune, and virtualization platformsSupport Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) updates to the SOP quarterly or as taskedProficiency in PowerShell scripting, automation tools, and CLI-based administrationFamiliarity with Windows security baselines, compliance frameworks, and patch management policiesStrong troubleshooting skills for Windows OS, server roles, and virtualization issuesThe ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Active Directory, Windows Server, endpoint management, and virtualization technologies, while also supporting cloud integrations and evolving enterprise service delivery modelsAdminister and maintain Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022), including domain controllers, file servers, print servers, and application serversManage Active Directory (AD), including user/group management, OU structure, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and replicationOperate and monitor physical and virtual infrastructure, including Hyper-V and VMware platformsSupport backup and restore processes in line with Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs)Maintain documentation of server configurations, rack layouts, cabling, power requirements, and capacity planningContinuously monitor Windows servers, desktops, and virtualization platforms for availability, health, and performanceTrack and report on capacity utilization, resource consumption, and licensing complianceMaintain operational records such as maintenance logs, backup validation history, and asset inventoriesSupport and improve Configuration Management (CM) practices in alignment with Army and industry standardsMaintain and update the Configuration Management Database (CMDB) to track Windows servers, desktops, and dependenciesSubmit all changes via the approved change management system in accordance with the Change Control Review (CCR) processEvaluate proposed changes for technical and cybersecurity risk, ensuring compliance with secure configuration baselinesPerform and document system patching, OS updates, and application upgrades in accordance with OIM policy Requirements:Bachelor's degree in computer science or related fieldGreat communication and organizational skillsThree (3) years of prior experience in a similar roleDoD 8570 Level II/III certification desiredActive Security Clearance RequiredIPTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, status as a veteran or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions, including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, returns from lay-off, terminations, and social and recreational programs on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Our employees have diverse backgrounds, skills, and ideas that collectively contribute to a rich working environment and greater opportunity for innovation.#clearance