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Windows System Administrator (Atlanta)Agile Resources, Inc. • Atlanta, GA, US
Windows System Administrator (Atlanta)

Windows System Administrator (Atlanta)

Agile Resources, Inc. • Atlanta, GA, US
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Location : Onsite in Downtown Atlanta, GA (5 days / week)

Employment Type : 6+ Month Contract-to-Hire

Compensation : Up to $55 / hour W-2 or $62 / hour 1099 / IC

Conversion Salary : up to $120k

Work Authorization : U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder only

Clearance : Ability to obtain Public Trust (sponsored after start; process ~4 weeks)

Benefits (W-2) : Medical, dental, vision, LTD / STD, HSA / FSA, term life, supplemental health (e.g., Aflac), and 401(k)

On-Call : Part of a light rotation (approx. twice per quarter)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Windows Systems Administrator to support mission-critical federal programs within a secure environment in downtown Atlanta. This fully onsite role focuses on administering, maintaining, and securing enterprise-grade Windows Server infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Windows Server (20162022), Active Directory, GPOs, DNS / DHCP, and scripting with PowerShell or PowerCLI. Experience managing hybrid backup environments (such as CommVault Metallic) and ensuring compliance with federal security standards (CIS, NIST, DISA STIGs) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Administer, maintain, and secure Windows Server environments (20162022).
  • Manage and optimize Active Directory, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and certificate services.
  • Develop and maintain PowerShell and PowerCLI scripts for automation and troubleshooting.
  • Perform operations and maintenance tasks, including OS patching, updates, and performance tuning.
  • Manage hybrid cloud backup solutions using CommVault Metallic or similar.
  • Administer IIS, Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC), and related components.
  • Support system hardening and compliance with CIS, NIST, and DISA STIG frameworks.
  • Document configurations, operational procedures, and maintenance activities.
  • Collaborate with engineering and security teams to ensure system availability and security.
  • Mentor junior administrators and share best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 7+ years of IT experience focused on Windows systems administration.
  • Expertise with Windows Server (20162022), Active Directory, DNS / DHCP, and TCP / IP networking.
  • Strong scripting skills using PowerShell.
  • Proven experience managing hybrid backup environments such as CommVault Metallic.
  • Active Microsoft certification required (one of the following) : Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or Cybersecurity Architect Expert.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Must be able to work 100% onsite in a secure federal facility.
  • Nice to Have

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field.
  • Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms.
  • Familiarity with federal or DoD security standards and processes.
  • Experience with WSFC clustering, IIS, or other automation frameworks.
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