Senior Windows Systems Administrator

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth operation of multi‑user computer systems and coordinate with network engineers

• Monitor and manage system resources such as CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to ensure operating efficiency

• Perform system security administration, including creating and managing user profiles and accounts

• Set up administrator accounts and maintain system documentation

• Tune system performance and install system‑wide software

• Allocate and manage mass storage resources

• Interact with users to address needs and evaluate vendor products

• Recommend hardware and software purchases, coordinate installations, and provide backup and recovery support

• Develop and monitor policies and standards for allocating and using computing resources

• Ability to lead junior administrators and mentor technical staff

• Strong communication skills for interacting with government customers and vendors

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years with an associates degree; 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Active SECRET security clearance
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification, such as:
  • Security+ CE
  • CASP+
  • CISSP
  • CCNP Security
• Hands‑on experience with patch management
• Experience with DoD STIGs
• Familiarity with PKI
• Experience supporting multi‑domain or cross‑forest environments
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.