Cleared Onsite Microsoft Administrator

SMX is seeking a driven and talented Microsoft Administrator to join our thriving Cloud Business Unit department and work with some of the best Architects, Engineers, and Operators in the market. This position is on site in Washington, DC five days a week and will require a federal clearance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Install, configure, update, and patch Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022, etc.) and related components
· Apply DISA STIGs, NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and agency-specific policies; implement access controls, firewalls, and intrusion detection
· Create/manage accounts, permissions, and authentication protocols
· Design, configure, and maintain multi-node Hyper-V clusters for high availability and disaster recovery.
· Implement and manage failover clustering, live migration, and storage replication strategies.
· Monitor cluster health using tools like System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) and PowerShell automation scripts.
· Plan, execute, and verify backups and disaster recovery procedures
· Use monitoring tools to track health, performance, and availability; resolve incidents within SLA tiers
· Maintain audit artifacts, security documentation, and compliance reports
· Diagnose and resolve hardware/software issues; coordinate with vendors and stakeholders

Required Skills and Experience:

· Hands-on experience with Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Hyper-V, and IIS
· Knowledge of NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP, DISA STIGs, and vulnerability management
· Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
· Managing Hyper-V clusters in enterprise environments.
· Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC) and Hyper-V networking/storage architecture.
· PowerShell scripting for automation and operational efficiency.
· SAN/NAS storage integration and performance tuning
· Understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, and network security basics
· Proficiency in PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation
· Ability to analyze issues, document solutions, and communicate technical details to non-technical stakeholders

Qualifications:

· Education: Bachelor’s in computer science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
· Experience: 3–5+ years in system administration; 5+ years for lead/enterprise roles; government/DoD experience preferred

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:
$105,100 — $140,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).