Windows Systems Administrator, SQL, Citrix

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Ensure the security, reliability, and mission-oriented focus of Windows, SQL Server, and Citrix infrastructure for the U.S. Army Human Resources Command.

• Install, secure, recover, patch, back up, modernize, archive, and decommission both physical and virtual servers.

• Construct and provision physical and virtual servers utilizing standalone, clustered, high-availability, and fault-tolerant configurations.

• Configure server parameters, network services, IP addresses, hardware, and software; troubleshoot and confirm service functionality.

• Develop and maintain directory services, identity management systems, organizational units, and global policies.

• Conduct performance testing and optimization; monitor and report on system utilization and service capacities.

• Plan, execute, and document changes to mission-application baselines and architecture.

• Assist in code deployments for mission applications.

• Migrate server-hosted applications to both public and private cloud environments; ensure service verification and validate data-system interfaces.

• Create, maintain, image, and script logical containers and automation components.

• Verify data owners, authorized submitters, logon IDs, permissions, and system security configurations.

• Install, secure, and troubleshoot website-hosting servers, web-application servers, and related websites.

• Deploy applications, update website content, and apply security updates; configure authentication and authorization protocols.

• Perform additional tasks as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Practical experience administering Windows Server systems in an enterprise or Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

• Hands-on experience managing and supporting Microsoft SQL Server, including configuration, backup/restore, maintenance plans, and performance optimization.

• Experience in administering Citrix environments, including Citrix Virtual Apps/Desktop, StoreFront, Director, and Delivery Controllers.

• Experience managing and supporting virtualized environments using VMware and/or Hyper-V.

• Security+ certification or a higher-level certification.

• Active Secret Security Clearance.

• Understanding of DoD IT systems, STIGs, RMF, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across server, application, and network environments.

• Ability to diagnose complex technical issues and implement solutions in mission-critical settings.

• Capability to produce clear documentation and adhere to DoD change management procedures.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal oversight.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with industry-standard computer software and databases.

• Ability to manage confidential information with a high level of sensitivity.

• Physical capability to perform extended repetitive keyboarding; occasional kneeling, bending, and twisting; regular reaching below shoulder height and occasional reaching at or above shoulder height.

• Preferred experience with U.S. Army enterprise network (AEI), NETCOM, or HRC systems.

• Preferred knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation and system maintenance.

• Preferred experience with DoD monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Splunk, SCOM, Nessus/ACAS.

• Preferred certifications include Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, Citrix CCA-V/CCP-V, and SQL Server certifications.

• Must meet E-Verify work authorization requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid holidays.

• Paid time off.

• 401K with employer match.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Health insurance plans.

• Life benefits.

• Disability benefits.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.