Windows System Administrator
The Opportunity:
Your combination of people skills and technical expertise makes you a hero, solving one problem after another. What if you could use those skills supporting a Cloud platform for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)? We're looking for a Windows Systems Administrator who enthusiastically pursues solutions to technical and operational challenges to help build and support infrastructure in support of VA's critical missions.
As a systems administrator on our project, you'll become part of a highly effective team to not only conduct operations and maintenance but directly contribute to the enhancement of every information technology component that comprises multiple distinct domains in the VA data centers and the cloud. By leveraging your creativity and initiative, we will help drive the future. You'll analyze problem areas and identify opportunities for improvement in mission-critical networks. This is an opportunity to rapidly gain experience in a highly demanding and diverse Windows computing environment with an operational-facing entity. We focus on growing as a team, so we'll share techniques, work through change, and develop new methodologies together. Join our motivated team and contribute to implementing creative solutions to some of the largest challenges facing our clients today.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
Experience with Windows Server Systems Administration, including systems troubleshooting and server hardware
Experience with Enterprise storage area networks, SAN attached storage and RAID configuration
Experience with clustering
Experience with Backup and Restores and PowerShell scripting
Experience with HyperV or VMWare
Experience with securing and resolving vulnerabilities to maintain ATO
Experience with Active Directory, including manage group policy, users, and groups
Ability to explain technical concepts to junior users, solve problems in stressful situations, and troubleshoot complex issues
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience with Windows systems administration, Associate's degree and 6+ years of experience with Windows systems administration, or Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience with Windows systems administration
Nice If You Have:
Experience with blade and chassis configuration
Experience with Nessus, Penetration, Database and WASA Remediation findings
Experience with Fiber Channel, iSCSI or NFS
Experience with Ivanti patch management
Experience with SCOM Operations Manager
Experience with SQL server database maintenance
Experience with administration in AWS or Azure
MCSA Windows Server 2016 Certification
Vetting:
Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.
Create Your Career:
Grow With Us
Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.
A Place Where You Belong
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.
Support Your Well-Being
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $73,100.00 to $166,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
EEO Commitment
We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
