Lead Windows Administrator

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Lead Windows Administrator to support KITS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This opportunity will require the candidate to work onsite in downtown Washington, DC, five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday.We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:Oversee endpoint management and IT workflows, ensuring a secure and seamless end-user experience.Be responsible for leading patch management, software deployment, encryption, and automation activities.Be responsible for patch management, ensuring patches are thoroughly tested for functionality, compatibility, and potential conflicts with existing infrastructure and applications.Proactively monitor and address security vulnerabilities, working closely with security teams to mitigate risks.Be responsible for automation and workflow optimization related to device provisioning, patch management, encryption management, software deployment, and other IT workflows.Leverage scripting and automation tools, including PowerShell, Ansible, SCCM, and Intune, to optimize desktop engineering processes.Be required to work onsite in downtown Washington, DC, five (5) days per week.Required Qualifications, Experience, Skills & AbilitiesU.S. CitizenBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or other relevant discipline or related field5-8+ years' experience in the related area as an individual contributorCompTIA A+ certification, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or equivalentHands-on experience utilizing SCCM, MECM, Microsoft Intune, PowerShell, and Active Directory.Experience in Windows Workstation support, Windows workstation imaging, patch management, COTS and GOTS software deployment, encryption, and automationKnowledge of Active Directory architecture, design, and implementationUnderstanding of Windows Desktop and Server operating systems and associated technologiesProficiency in PowerShell scripting for task automation and managementExperience with Group Policy management and troubleshootingKnowledge of security best practices and implementing security measures within Active DirectoryKnowledge of backup and recovery solutions for Active DirectoryExperience in Bios management, Bitlocker or Encryption at rest system management, Microsoft Administrative tools, M365 and Azure management and reporting systems, COTS application support, System Administration Support for Microsoft Enterprise management systems, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), and Intune Entra ADCandidates must pass a Criminal Background checkRequired CertificationsThe candidate must possess at least one of the following industry-specific credentials: CompTIA A+ certification, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or an equivalent recognized certification.Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352