About
Location & Work Arrangement Work location: Washington, DC (onsite). Remote job / telecommute options are available as discussed with management.
Key Responsibilities
Administer, configure, and support Windows Server infrastructure and core services (Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Group Policy, file/print) to meet availability, performance, and service‑level objectives.
Monitor system health, logs, and capacity; respond to incidents, perform root‑cause analysis to prevent recurrence and minimize downtime.
Operate and improve backup/restore and disaster recovery capabilities, including backup job monitoring, restore execution, routine recovery testing, and maintaining current runbooks/documentation.
Coordinate planned maintenance and system changes with stakeholders; develop implementation plans, validate results, and communicate status/impacts to ensure successful, low‑risk deployments.
Drive continuous improvement through standardization and automation (PowerShell), platform lifecycle activities (patching/upgrades), and recommendations that improve reliability, security, and operational efficiency across the environment.
Administer SharePoint Knowledgebase site, create folders, and manage permission groups.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field of study, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of relevant work experience.
Active Secret clearance or equivalent.
Hands‑on administration of enterprise server environments (Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Group Policy, file/print services) including patching, hardening, and performance tuning.
Strong experience supporting Windows Server and Windows 10/11, including troubleshooting, break/fix, and endpoint configuration.
Experience administering enterprise backup/restore operations.
Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere/ESXi and vCenter), including VM provisioning, snapshots, resource management, and support of clusters and high‑availability configurations.
Familiar with basic SQL programming and SharePoint 2019 administration.
Proficiency in automation/scripting (PowerShell preferred; Python a plus) to streamline administration tasks (account provisioning, reporting, patching, and system health checks).
Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation, brief stakeholders, and lead incident response/troubleshooting efforts across teams.
Preferred Certifications & Training
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
Microsoft Certifications and Applied Skills
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Formal installation and programming training for current versions of CCure and Genetec
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA A+
Azure Database Administrator Associate
Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
Formal SharePoint Certifications or demonstrated experience
ITIL Foundations
Benefits
Competitive salary: $108,000.00 – $112,000.00
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre‑Tax 401(k) and/or After‑Tax Roth IRA with employer matching contribution
Tuition and technical training reimbursement
Exercise reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Physical Demands The role requires standing, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and using hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and standard office equipment. Occasional lifting or moving up to fifteen (15) pounds is required. Close vision is required due to computer work.
Legal & EEO Statement Edgewater Federal Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is provided without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Languages
- English
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