Windows Administrator

URS Apptis is looking for a Windows Administrator to join our team in Alexandria, Virginia!

Mid-level Windows Server Administrator supporting a Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008 infrastructure.
Responsible for operating, maintaining, and supporting the overall server architecture in a 5,000 user, multi-site environment.
Duties include:

Supporting and monitoring the environment on a daily basis, day-to-day server operations, troubleshooting problems, and working assigned infrastructure projects.
Responsibile for all Windows servers and the Active Directory domain, including the associated accounts and permissions.
Create, maintain and evaluate documentation, i.e. backup procedures, software and hardware lists, proper naming convention, proper IP address.
Perform preventive maintenance; monitors and optimizes performance of servers, collects, analyzes, and prepares usage and performance statistics.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoots hardware and software problems, installs and maintains system, application, and communications hardware and software.
The position is in Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC. A rotating evening shift (noon to 9pm) and occasional on-call support are a requirement.
Requirements:

Education: Bachelors degree Major(s): IT Systems Management or related field
Is experience in lieu of education acceptable? Yes
# Years of Directly Related Experience: 3+
Specific skills and experience required:

Understanding of Active Directory and underlying concepts, including GPOs
Understanding of Microsoft Server operating system, services, and concepts
Experience working with and administering a large Windows 2003/2008 infrastructure
Experience building servers from scratch or image using common imaging tools
Experience with 3rd party management tools and backup software (NetBackup, NetIQ AppManager, HP Insight Manager, FrontRange ITSM)
Knowledge of virtualization concepts and software (VMWare)
Knowledge of various Microsoft Server products, including Exchange, SharePoint, SQL, SCCM, a plus
Experience with the ITSM helpdesk ticketing system
Certifications (i.e., MCSE, MCSA, MCP) a plus, but not necessary
Detail oriented and must be able to think independently
Must have a Do What Ever it Takes attitude
High level of initiative and self-confidence along with strong verbal and written communication skills is important.
Skill in managing one's own time and the time of others based on an established project plan
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Skills in communicating effectively orally and in written format
Managed multiple priorities simultaneously
U.S. Citizen or have legal right to work in the USA without sponsorship (Agency check will be required for this position)

URS Apptis offers a competitive benefits package, which includes excellent medical and dental benefits, and a 401k plan with matching.

Conditions of employment: All applicants receiving an offer of employment will be required to complete an URS Apptis application and sign a disclosure and authorization form for a background investigation. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the URS Apptis background investigation which may include a criminal check, drug testing, education and employment verifications and for some positions a credit check. In addition URS Apptis participates in the E-verify employment verification program.

URS Apptis is an equal opportunity employer committed to support family values, integrity in the workplace, and an entrepreneurial atmosphere.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.

If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/ApplyClick.aspx?id=1348032-1867-8649