Microsoft Windows System Administrator

Microsoft Windows System Administrator
Schriever Space Force Base
Colorado Springs, CO

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Microsoft Windows System Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily/weekly system health (battle-rhythm) checks on the FILAN (Facilities Infrastructure Local Area Network)
• Windows and network infrastructure to ensure normal maintenance functions are performing properly.
• View and respond (as appropriate) to events reflected in the various management and server patch management tools.
• Attend various meetings (crew/team, staff, change, configuration, etc.)
• Participate in forward thinking activities and automating as much as feasible.
• Perform administration of Microsoft servers, workstations and network infrastructure including troubleshooting, break fix activities, the patching and remediation of servers, workstations and network devices, and system audit log reviews as required.
• Coordinate efforts with other work centers and personnel to resolve Remedy Incidents related to systems and supporting infrastructure, troubleshooting any system errors or user issues, tracking resource utilization and performance of systems, and performing modifications and upgrades as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Must have 2, or more, years of experience in designing, integrating, or managing complex infrastructure solutions (e.g. VMware, Citrix, LAN/WAN design)
• Must have experience as a Windows systems engineer/administrator supporting a large enterprise with knowledge of Active Directory, Window Server 2012R2/2016 and WSUS/SCCM Patch Management
• Must have general networking experience to include switching and routing
• Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification or higher
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
  

Salary Information: This position is expected to pay $80,000 - $115,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Fridayduring core business hours.

Day shift - May require on-call support and occasional off-hours work for maintenance or incident response.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance by date of hire.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel 10% of the time.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.

CJ