Senior Systems Administrator

Responsibilities

Make a difference and join Peraton in support to  US EUCOM as an Systems Administrator in Stuttgart, Germany (TESA position) to support enablement of the clients mission objectives.

 

As a Senior Windows Systems Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our enterprise Windows environment. You will also be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab. A significant part of your role will include reviewing, cleaning up, and streamlining our comprehensive Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to ensure optimal performance and manageability. Additionally, you will help establish and enforce policies, processes, and documentation standards to improve our operational efficiency and effectiveness. This includes implementing Markdown-based guides for server deployment, STIG remediation, GPO cleanup, and script version controlling. Your expertise will ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our Windows environment and automation systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Active Directory Management: Administer, manage, and support Active Directory services including user accounts, group policies, and security configurations.
• Windows Server Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• GitLab CI/CD Automation: Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab to streamline and automate deployment processes.
• GPO Cleanup and Optimization: Review, clean up, and streamline existing Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to improve system performance and manageability.
• System Security: Ensure the security of Windows systems through regular updates, patch management, and vulnerability assessments.
• Documentation and Standardization: Develop and maintain Markdown-based guides and guidelines for server deployment, STIG remediation, GPO cleanup, and script version controlling.
• Process Improvement: Establish and enforce policies and processes to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor system performance, identify issues, and perform troubleshooting to ensure system stability.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the engineering team, other IT teams, developers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of systems and services.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.

 

More about the Role:

The successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly both written and orally, and present products and ideas in a business-like manner.  The candidate will be required to work in dynamic fast paced environments that require team interaction and coordination of efforts.  The candidate must be experienced in interfacing with both client managers and system users.

 

Specifically, Systems Administrator (SA) will be responsible for supporting systems and applications on a geographically dispersed Enterprise network with multiple types of servers and server applications. The SA will be responsible for system administrator functions supporting a global Active Directory infrastructure in a mixed platform environment. The SA will provide senior level knowledge and Tier 1/2/3 support to the customer and their components to include Tier 1/2/3 infrastructure troubleshooting and support that involves the configuration and administration of servers in their area of operation.

 

Additionally, the SA will provide remote support and/or travel to customer servers and sites as required.  The ideal candidate will have experience maintaining and supporting network devices consisting of primarily Cisco routers and switches.  Using this knowledge the system administrator will be successful in providing necessary administration and maintenance support of this system.

 

Ensures the security of business systems and applications, mitigating new vulnerabilities to meet the latest Cyber/IA requirements. Reviews and prepares documentation for systems, tests and installation of software.

Investigates and recommends methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Administers systems/environment solutions for multiple projects with varying schedules. Interfaces with vendors for trouble calls. Supports the planning of system/environment requirements for individual projects.  May provide work direction and guidance to others.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS + 7 years recent specialized or AA/AS + 9 years recent specialized or a major cert + 9 years recent specialized or 11 years of recent specialized experience
• Skills:
  • In-depth knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, and related technologies.
  • Extensive experience with GitLab and CI/CD pipeline automation.
  • Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, etc.).
  • Familiarity with network protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP).
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).
  • Knowledge of security best practices and tools.
  • Proven experience in documentation and process improvement.
• Certifications: One of the following relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associateor Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar.
• DOD IAT3 compliant i.e. CASP+, CISSP or other relevant IAT Level III certification.
• Clearance: Fully adjudicated TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Linux systems administration.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet).

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.