Windows Systems Administrator

Windows Systems Administrator

Job ID: 2617504

Location: Pensacola, FL, United States

Date Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is hiring a Windows System Administrator to be located in Pensacola, FL. This position requires the ability to assist with the architectural, engineering, administration of Windows infrastructure, as well as participate in the change process and incident response processes.

The Windows System Administrator will provide:

Desktop support of Windows 11 workstations in a Microsoft Active Directory environment.

Microsoft Windows Server 2019, 2022, and 2025 support of virtual and physical servers.

Management of VMware virtual environments and virtual networking (virtual distributed switches).

Basic networking support to include basic troubleshooting.

System patching utilizing Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).

Conduct system backups and restoral utilizing VEEAM.

Verification of system vulnerability compliance by reviewing Security Center / Nessus scans.

Verification of system configuration compliance with DISA STIG checklists using automated tools such as Eval-STIG.

Outage resolution of information system issues documented in Service Now.

System automation through PowerShell scripting & MECM.

Provide input for life cycle management of assigned information systems.

Perform a variety of routine and non-routine tasks associated with Cyber/Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Assurance (IA) support in accordance with National and Department of Defense (DoD) standards to include the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Zero Trust.

Conduct systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies, security needs, and user functional requirements.

Interact with the engineering management team and senior customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.

Qualifications

Required experience and education:

Bachelor''s Degree and 0 years of experience; AS and 2 years of experience; HS and 4 years of experience.

Required skills:

System administration experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2022/2025 and Windows 10/11. Reviewing ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scans and remediating vulnerabilities on Windows systems.

Certifications:

Must have an active CompTIA Security+ ce certification.

Must be able to obtain Microsoft 365 Certification: Endpoint Administrator Associate (formerly Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate) or equivalent/higher certification within six months of hire.

Clearance required:

Must have a current TS/SCI security clearance.

Desired skills and experience:

Managing Active Directory and providing desktop support

Implementing Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) security configurations

Utilizing automated security compliance tools such as Eval-STIG

Proficiency with configuration automation tools such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager

Managing virtual server infrastructure with VMware vSphere

Performing data backup/restoral with VEEAM

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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