Directory Services - Junior

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Langley, McLean, VA, USA
Hybrid
55K-70K Annually
Junior
Information Technology • Professional Services • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Administer Windows and hybrid cloud directory services, including Active Directory, domain controllers, accounts, permissions, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, server deployment, VMware environments, patching, DISA STIG compliance, and PowerShell automation. Troubleshoot replication and domain-trust issues, manage core services, respond to Remedy tickets, and maintain server security posture. The role requires an active Secret clearance, Security+ or equivalent IAT II certification, and Microsoft AZ-900 certification.
Summary Generated by Built In

A successful Directory Services Administrator candidate will have:

  • A basic understanding of client/server, networking and internet fundamentals
  • A basic understanding of Windows server 2012 or Higher
  • A basic understanding of Active Directory Administration
  • A basic understanding of GPOs, Account management, domains and trusts, DNS, DHCP and server management
  • An understanding of powershell scripting and how it works
  • Basic level troubleshooting and problem solving
The ideal candidate will have:
  • Experience with a hybrid environment that contains on-prem and cloud servers
  • Basic knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and Windows server deployment
  • Some troubleshooting background with the ability to assist with complex problems
  • Group Policy administration experience
  • Understanding of basic network security compliance and patching
  • Experience with VMWare virtualization technologies
  • Some azure cloud environment experience

Key Tasks and Responsibilities From PWS/SOW

  • Server management to include deployment, management of security posture, and verifying core services
  • Account management to include group, permissions, and basic configuration
  • GPO Management using NetIQ Group Policy Administrator(GPA) and native tools
  • RSAT tool experience
  • DNS record management
  • DHCP Server configuration and management
  • Patching and DISA STIGing server to maintain required compliance
  • Sites and services management
  • Remedy ticketing system
  • Manage servers in VMWare virtual environments
  • Troubleshooting core services to include replication and domain trusts
  • Powershell Script deployment and creation

Education & Experience

    1-4 Years direct experience in the following:

  • Microsoft Winders Server 2012 Server or higher deployment
  • Domain Controller deployment, configuration and management
  • Account management using Active directory on-prem and Azure cloud environments
  • Server management to include Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

Certifications

    Required

  • Security+, or other qualifying IAT II certification.
  • Microsoft AZ-900
  • Desired
  • Microsoft AZ-104 Administrator Associate certification
  • AZ-800 and AZ801 Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure Certification
  • Additional industry certifications may be required within a specific time frame

Security Clearance

  • Active Secret Clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

  • The primary shift for this position is Monday – Friday between the hours of 0700 – 1700
  • Certification requirements are subject to change per the government's direction. If this occurs you will have 120 days to become compliant.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Skills Required

  • 1-4 years of direct experience deploying, configuring, and managing Microsoft Windows Server 2012 or higher
  • Experience deploying, configuring, and managing domain controllers
  • Experience managing Active Directory accounts in on-premises and Azure cloud environments
  • Experience managing Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019, or 2022
  • Basic understanding of client/server, networking, and internet fundamentals
  • Basic understanding of Active Directory administration, GPOs, account management, domains and trusts, DNS, DHCP, and server management
  • Understanding of PowerShell scripting
  • Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
  • Security+ or another qualifying IAT II certification
  • Microsoft AZ-900 certification
  • Experience in hybrid on-premises and cloud server environments
  • Group Policy administration experience
  • Knowledge of network security compliance and patching
  • Experience with VMware virtualization technologies
  • Azure cloud environment experience
  • Microsoft AZ-104 Administrator Associate certification
  • AZ-800 and AZ-801 Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure certifications
  • Active Secret clearance
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The Company
HQ: Washington, DC
400 Employees
Year Founded: 1990

What We Do

Computer World Services Corp. (CWS) is a provider of enterprise-wide IT solutions, digital transformation, and process optimization services. With over 30 years of experience, the company serves both Defense and Civilian federal government customers, focusing on delivering quality, value, and technological innovation. They are recognized for their consistent performance and high ratings in federal programs, maintaining a commitment to integrity and excellence in their service delivery.

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