Windows Systems Administrator – Secret Clearance

Columbia, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Founded in 1989 CALNET Inc. has become one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the Technology Intelligence Analysis and Language Services consulting arena. Headquartered in Reston VA CALNET employees deliver true value to our customers by employing best practices world-class technologies industry expertise in every project. CALNET is ISO 9001 ISO 20000 and CMMI-Level III certified

As a Prime Government Contractor for a major government institution we are currently searching for a talented Windows System Administrator with experience in the Azure Cloud with Secret Clearance to work in Washington DC

Job Requirements

An Azure Cloud Systems Administratormanages secures and optimizes an organizations Microsoft Azure infrastructure. Key responsibilities include deploying virtual machines managing network security configuring Azure Active Directory monitoring system performance (using tools like Azure Monitor) automating tasks via PowerShell/CLI and supporting hybrid cloud environments to ensure high availability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Azure Infrastructure Management:Provisioning configuring and managing Azure resources including virtual machines (VMs) virtual networks (VNets) storage accounts and database services.
Security & Identity Management:Administering Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) managing user permissions and ensuring compliance with security policies.
Monitoring & Optimization:Monitoring system health performance and usage metrics; performing cost optimization and troubleshooting incidents to ensure high availability.
Automation & Scripting:Using PowerShell Azure CLI or Azure Automation to streamline deploy and manage cloud resources.
Hybrid Cloud Integration:Supporting hybrid environments including Azure AD Connect on-premise networking and server patching.
Backup & Disaster Recovery:Configuring and managing backups replication and data restoration services.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Certification:Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) is highly preferred.
Technical Skills:Strong understanding of Azure services (compute storage networking security) Windows/Linux server administration and networking protocols (TCP/IP DNS VPN).
Tools:Experience with Azure Monitor Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and scripting tools (PowerShell or Bash).
Soft Skills:Strong analytical thinking problem-solving under pressure and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Typical Educational/Experience Requirements

Bachelors degree in Computer Science IT or equivalent experience.
3 years of experience in system administration with at least 1-2 years specifically managing Azure cloud environments

This opportunity is in Washington DC

CALNET Inc. offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. This package includes medical dental vision life short- and long-term disability insurances a 401(k)-retirement savings plan and generous leave time.

CALNET Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D/V

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

DescriptionFounded in 1989 CALNET Inc. has become one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the Technology Intelligence Analysis and Language Services consulting arena. Headquartered in Reston VA CALNET employees deliver true value to our customers by employing best practices world-clas...