Windows System Administrator, Level 2

What You Will Do

As a Windows System Administrator, Level 3 you will manage, maintain, and secure physical and virtual Windows-based systems in a mission-critical environment. You will be responsible for daily administration, performance tuning, patching, and system upgrades while ensuring compliance with customer IT policies and security standards. Your role supports delivery operations by helping ensure all service levels and technical objectives are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

Administer day-to-day IT operations, including system availability, configuration management, patching, backup and recovery for both physical and virtual environments

Perform software installations, upgrades, and deployment of operating systems and applications

Schedule, execute, and document system updates in accordance with organizational IT procedures

Monitor and optimize system performance and availability

Evaluate and apply vendor patches and upgrades in line with customer policies

Implement and monitor system security measures including auditing tools and remediation of findings

Ensure data integrity and availability by evaluating and implementing appropriate hardware/software solutions

Develop, document, and promote standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Provide technical leadership and oversight during installations, maintenance tasks, and recovery operationsRequired Skills and Qualifications

Strong technical experience in Windows system administration across physical and virtual platforms

Proficiency in applying patches, security updates, and system configurations

Hands-on experience with backup and recovery operations

Knowledge of system security tools, auditing, and policy compliance enforcement

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to support technical projects independently and as part of a teamEducation and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator supporting contracts of similar scope and complexity

An additional five (5) years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

Certifications

Required: DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Preferred certification: CompTIA Security+ CE

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.