Senior Windows System Administrator (Federal Healthcare IT)

VetsEZ • United State

Remote

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AI Summary

Support mission-critical VA healthcare IT operations as a Senior Windows System Administrator, managing Windows Server environments, enterprise services, and high-availability infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal security standards. Requires hands-on expertise in server administration, Active Directory, clustering, and backup solutions, along with a Public Trust clearance. Fully remote role with federal benefits.

Key Highlights

Fully remote role supporting federal healthcare IT infrastructure for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Requires U.S. citizenship and Public Trust clearance eligibility

Hands-on management of Windows Server 2016/2019+, Active Directory, clustering, and SAN-attached storage

Key Responsibilities

Install, configure, patch, and maintain Windows Server systems across development, staging, and production environments

Administer and support enterprise services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SMB, RDP, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

Perform routine server maintenance, monitoring, and optimization to ensure system uptime, performance, and security compliance

Configure and maintain server clusters, SAN-attached volumes, and multipath I/O (MPIO) settings for high-availability applications

Support hardware platforms such as HP ProLiant DL Series Servers and blades, including firmware updates and diagnostics

Work with monitoring tools (SCOM, SolarWinds) to proactively manage system health and performance

Implement VA/DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) for system hardening and vulnerability remediation

Maintain and secure remote access tools (sFTP, RDP) ensuring compliance with encryption and access controls

Configure and manage backup services using Commvault, including scheduling, validation, and restoration procedures

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across virtual (Hyper-V) and physical systems, ensuring minimal downtime

Collaborate with application developers, database engineers, and cybersecurity personnel to ensure operational alignment

Maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and system topology diagrams for operational and audit readiness

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Technical Skills Required

Windows Server Administration (2016, 2019, and newer) Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPOs) Enterprise Backup and Monitoring Tools (Commvault, SCOM, SolarWinds)

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

PTO and Federal Holidays

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Nice to Have

Experience supporting VA environments or other federal healthcare systems

Knowledge of Windows-based integration with Azure-hosted services

Familiarity with Nessus scans and remediation tracking for ATO readiness

Exposure to container-based platforms or hybrid cloud infrastructure

Microsoft, CompTIA, or ITIL certifications (e.g., MCSA, Security+, ITIL v4)

Experience using AI-assisted tools for PowerShell scripting, STIG remediation, AIOps, and technical documentation

Job Description

VetsEZ is seeking a support enterprise healthcare IT operations for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role will provide hands-on system administration and maintenance of Windows-based environments supporting mission-critical applications and data platforms. The ideal candidate has experience with physical and virtual server management, system hardening, enterprise backups, and secure configuration of Windows infrastructure within federal or healthcare environments.This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

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