Windows Systems Administrator

Job ID: 2507346

Location: ADELPHI, MD, US

Date Posted: 2025-07-08

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking a proven Windows Systems Administrator to join the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Information Technology (IT) Modernization program and support the full range of Enterprise IT services to ARL's research mission. Join our dynamic team at a top-tier organization, where work-life balance and employee well-being take center stage. This exciting opportunity lets you contribute to cutting-edge projects while safeguarding our national security. You will be a part of a diverse team supporting a globally distributed information systems, responsible for the analysis, administration, voice, video, and data communications networks.

This position is contingent upon contract award expected summer/fall 2025. The work is to be performed at the customer site in Adelphi, MD.

ARL's unique research mission, highly mobile workforce, and geographical disbursement of its staff, requires an innovative approach in the delivery of IT services in fulfilling the organization's mission. ARL is the Army's corporate laboratory, within the Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM). It's diverse assortment of unique facilities and dedicated workforce make up the largest source of world-class integrated research and analysis in the US Army. ARL discovers, innovates, and transitions research to provide the best technologies for our Soldiers. Some of ARL's focus areas include Biological and Biotechnology Sciences, Electromagnetic Spectrum Sciences, Energy Sciences, Humans in Complex Systems, Mechanical Sciences, Military Information Sciences, Network/Cyber/Computational Sciences, Photonics/Electronics/Quantum Sciences, Sciences of Extreme Materials, Terminal Effects, and Weapons Sciences. This position is your opportunity to utilize your skills and background as a Windows Systems Administrator and deliver support to the warfighting mission and cutting edge R&D for the US Army.

The Windows System Administrator (Senior-Level) will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and security of Windows-based workstations and services at the Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, MD.

• Manage Windows Server environments and support Active Directory, Group Policy, and MECM operations
• Install and configure operating systems and software updates following Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Perform system patching, PowerShell scripting, and release management activities
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability of network resources
• Schedule and maintain system backups, ensuring data/media recover-ability and integrity
• Conduct routine audits for compliance with DoD security standards
• Document system configurations and maintain a comprehensive hardware/software library
• Collaborate with IT and Cyber Security teams to support remediation, patching, and vulnerability scanning efforts
• Work with customers to develop new value-added programs and data solutions with existing structures and new requirements

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• MS or BA/BS in computer sciences or information technology with two (2+) additional years of experience
• Ten (10+) years of relevant experience working in an IT or Service Desk environment

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:

• Must have an active Top Secret clearance

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certification

DESIRED:

• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v4 certification
• Microsoft operating system environment certification (e.g., Windows 10, Windows 11, or Microsoft Server 2019, etc.)
• Experience with incident management within the ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) platform
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures
• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment
• A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems
• Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.