Description

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Administration

• Administer Windows Server environments (on-premises and cloud)
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
• Support Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Entra ID/Azure AD)
• Maintain system performance, availability, and configuration

Patch Management & Vulnerability Remediation

• Execute structured patching for servers and core systems
• Coordinate with leadership on scheduling and system impact
• Support vulnerability remediation aligned to security priorities
• Validate patches prior to deployment
• Track patch compliance and status

Security & Compliance Support

• Implement security controls defined by the Information Security Office
• Support identity and access management practices, including MFA
• Assist with system hardening, logging, and monitoring integrations
• Provide support for audits and compliance activities

Monitoring & Incident Response

• Monitor systems and respond to alerts and operational issues
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for infrastructure incidents
• Participate in incident response and escalation processes
• Contribute to root cause analysis and service improvements

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Administer backup and recovery solutions
• Perform and validate backup and restore testing
• Support recovery objectives (RTO/RPO)

Change Management & Operations

• Follow defined change management processes
• Execute infrastructure changes in a controlled manner
• Participate in CAB or similar governance processes

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Partner with Network Engineering on infrastructure dependencies
• Coordinate with End User Services on user-impacting changes
• Support Application/Data teams on system integrations
• Communicate system status, risks, and issues to leadership

Required Qualifications

• Experience administering Windows Server environments
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Entra ID/Azure AD)
• Experience with patch management and system maintenance
• Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions
• Basic understanding of networking concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in government or regulated environments
• Experience with hybrid infrastructure (on-premises and Azure)
• Familiarity with NIST or similar frameworks
• Experience with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V)
• Exposure to monitoring, SIEM, or endpoint management tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple operational tasks and priorities
• Effective communication and teamwork across technical groups
• Ability to follow structured processes and governance standards
• Focus on system reliability, security, and continuous improvement

Key Skills

Education

Any Gradute