Windows System Administrator

Overview

Job Title: Windows System Administrator       

Location: Arnold AFB

Function/Branch: Engineering/Infrastructure

Directorate: Engineering Tech & Support

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time                                        

Pay Type: Exempt

Grade: L07 (PA0717)

Salary Range: $74,000 - $102,000 / year

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Windows System Administrator, supporting TOS II, at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. As a Windows System Administrator, you will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for design, support and maintenance of Windows Systems and Peripherals for the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to internal and external candidates. The selected candidate for this requisition may be required to occasionally work outside normal business hours.

Job Summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) is the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.  AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization, and an important national resource.

AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental test and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, and ground and flight test.  Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers.

BNH currently has an exciting career opportunity available for Windows System Administrator to join our team at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.

Job Duties:

• Windows Systems Administration: Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows workstations and servers, including the administration of Active Directory (AD), user accounts, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft 365 environments.
• VMware Maintenance: Support the VMware environment by assisting with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates, patching, and storage/networking configurations to ensure high availability and system stability.
• VDI Administration: Support the Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment by assisting with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and user pool management to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Client Image Management: Develop, maintain, and deploy Windows client images across the entire Base for standardized workstation provisioning.
• STIG & Security Hardening: Configure, monitor, and harden systems – utilizing access controls, firewalls, and antivirus measures – in strict compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and DoD security policies.
• Vulnerability & Compliance Management: Implement vulnerability patches and ensure Government IT networks are documented, evaluated, and compliant in coordination with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
• Documentation & SOPs: Author and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical guides, and system configuration records to support team knowledge-sharing and compliance.
• Backups & Disaster Recovery: Perform regular system backups, execute disaster recovery planning, and maintain comprehensive system configuration documentation.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate routine system administration tasks.
• User & Team Support: Provide high-quality technical support to AEDC customers, contractors, and end-users; collaborate with the IT team to design and implement system enhancements.
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance and secure access to the AEDC local area network (LAN).
• DoD 8140 Certification: Must currently possess or commit to obtaining requisite certifications in accordance with DoD 8140 within 6 months of hiring.
• Operational Availability: Maintain availability outside of standard working hours to remediate critical IT infrastructure issues as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field
• 2 years of progressively relevant experience
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree 6 years of IT- related experience.
• Current US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in imaging and deploying Windows clients, including creating, updating, and maintaining Windows images using tools such as Windows Deployment Services (WDS), Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). Manage and administer Active Directory, including user accounts, GPOs, and security settings.
• Proficient in Active Directory administration and Group Policy Object (GPO) configurations.
• Experienced in managing DNS and DHCP services.
• Strong knowledge of Office 365 management.
• Proven experience in vulnerability patching and system security.
• Skilled in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server operating systems.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell.
• Familiarity with network protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Microsoft Certification for Windows Server and Windows Domain management (e.g., MCSA, MCSE).
• VMware Certification (e.g., VCP-DCV, VCAP).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and technologies.
• Familiarity with SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and its implementation.
• Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificate implementation and management
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering and Development Complex.

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC’s rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC’s Towards New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC’s capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work.

$74,000 - $102,000 / year at Arnold AFB, TN

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.