Microsoft Systems Administrator, Senior
$114,612–$126,410 year
On-siteMontgomery, Alabama, United States
Montgomery, Alabama, United StatesOn-sitePart Time$114,612–$126,410 yearSenior Level
Part TimeSenior Level
Job Summary
Install, configure, harden, patch, and maintain Windows Server and workstation environments in compliance with NIST SP 800-53 security controls. Implement access controls, manage Group Policy Objects, and enforce security baselines using Microsoft Endpoint Manager and Intune. Administer Active Directory, Azure AD, and Defender for Endpoint while automating compliance checks with PowerShell scripts. Document system security plans and evidence for audit requirements. This onsite role requires in-person availability starting day 1 in Montgomery, AL.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of hands-on experience administering Windows servers and workstations in enterprise environments
- Demonstrated experience implementing NIST SP 800-53 security controls on Microsoft platforms
- Proficiency with Microsoft administration tools: Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, SCCM/MECM, Intune, Defender suite
- Understanding of key 800-53 control families as applied to endpoints/servers (AC, AU, CM, IA, SC, SI, etc.)
- Experience with hardening techniques, baseline configuration management, and least-privilege principles
- Familiarity with compliance tools (Nessus/Tenable or similar)
- Strong scripting skills (PowerShell preferred) for automation and compliance checks
- US citizenship
Desired Qualifications
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Endpoint Administrator, or equivalent
- CompTIA Security+, CISM, or CAP
- Hands-on work with Azure AD/Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint compliance policies, or Azure Policy for NIST mappings
- Knowledge of related standards (NIST 800-171, CMMC, FISMA)
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