Leidos is seeking a Windows Server Administrator to be part of the mission solution and help lead SSA’s Digital Modernization Strategy. Join one of our high performing teams responsible for building the next-generation enterprise APIs and modern responsive user interfaces, supporting the Social Security Administration (SSA) and their mission to meet the changing needs of the public, positively impacting at least 65 million American lives per month. We are a team of forward-looking professionals in need of a strong candidate with these key required skills: Windows server administration, Network knowledge (e.g.: active directory, etc.), Active Directory, Microsoft PowerShell, Microsoft Windows operating systems to deploy, manage, and support applications and services, Security Management, System Administration, Configuration, Deployment, and Engineering Systems Support, Troubleshooting, Virtualization 

If this sounds like a mission you want to be a part of, keep reading!

*** Selected candidate must reside within two (2) hours of SSA Headquarters in Woodlawn, MD

*** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site at least 2 days a week.

TEAM CULTURE

Your passion and values might be a good fit for our teams if you answer “yes” to the following questions:

• Are you looking for a company that puts employees first, with a focus on career, flexibility, and well-being?
• Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and teammates and believe that the best ideas are fostered in an inclusive environment?
• Are you searching for a team with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive for daily mission success?
• Are you comfortable with proactive outward communication and technical leadership?
• Do you enjoy being a catalyst, solving complex problems, and providing innovative solutions?
• Do you have the flexibility, creativity, and resilience to pivot the mission for success?
• Do you have the courage to make tough ethical decisions with pride, transparency, and respect?

MENTORSHIP & CAREER GROWTH

Our teams are dedicated to supporting new team members in an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Experienced team members will be assigned to new hires for one-on-one mentoring, collaborative reviews, and coaching on customer engagement to help each new hire successfully onboard and demonstrate their skills. Projects and tasks are assigned in a way that leverages your strengths and will help you further develop your skillset.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

Every position we take is more rewarding when you know the why behind it. Know your work makes a difference to support those who need it most. If your passion is enabling life changing service to those around, you this is the place for you. Find you passion in a team environment where all members are valued regardless of contractor or employee status.  Find your “Why” with us and take your place in our Leidos Family!!

• Administer Active Directory to manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across the network.
• Utilize Microsoft PowerShell scripting to automate IT tasks and processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Utilize Microsoft operating systems to deploy, manage, and support applications and services, ensuring system reliability and user productivity.
• Oversee security measures to protect the organization from possible threats. Identify security requirements and risks and develop mitigation policies.
• Manage server infrastructure to ensure reliability, performance, and security of organizational systms and applications.
• Brief management, customer, team, or vendors using written or oral skills at an appropriate technical level for the audience.
• Prepare or update documentation as needed.
• Independently and/or collaboratively research problems and provide solutions.
• All other duties as assigned or directed.

FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.

FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills)

These skills will help you succeed in this position:

• Solid experience with Windows Server Administration for Windows Server 2022, including server installation and configuration, server roles, storage, Active Directory and Group Policy, file, print, and web services, remote access, virtualization, application servers, troubleshooting, performance, and reliability.
• Experienced in Internet Information Services (IIS) authentication mechanisms.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer relations skills.

HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills)

Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:

• Linux administration with experience in configuring and installing Linux systems, including back-end databases and scripts
• Experience in SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (or similar) to demonstrate specific Windows Server expertise

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams and contribute to our communities. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Every position we take is more rewarding when you know the why behind it. Know your work makes a difference to support those who need it most. If your passion is enabling life changing service to those around, you this is the place for you. Find your passion in a team environment where all members are valued regardless of contractor or employee status. We are excited for you to take your place in our Leidos Family.

Are you an US citizen, US resident, or Visa candidate and think you might fit? We recommend you apply and start the conversation today! Join us in supporting our SSA contracts in Woodlawn, Maryland.

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Original Posting Date:

2025-01-07

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.