Senior Windows Systems Administrator

About us

General Dynamics is a large business in San Jose, CA. We are agile, innovative and collaborative.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Casual work attire
• Safe work environment

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?

As an Advanced Systems Administration Specialist, you’ll serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues by conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies. Your duties may include installing new software, troubleshooting, granting permissions to applications and training users. You’ll also be responsible for the day-to-day support of server services by performing server administration for physical and virtual server operating systems and configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting of physical and virtual hardware and network related interfaces on servers. And, you’ll perform OS and vendor software patching on servers and monitor physical and virtual servers performance using monitoring tools.

This position is for a mid level Windows Server Admin with a TS/SCI clearance. Due to the nature of the environment, this is an onsite only position with every other Friday off. Relocation assistance may be available.

We are looking for people with the following qualifications:

• Windows Server 2012 R2 through 2019
• Demonstrated PowerShell knowledge and script generation
• Active Directory: Security Group Management (GG, DL, Universal); GPO creation and management
• General application support (MS-SQL, SCCM, WSUS, Exchange)
• Proven troubleshooting skills
• Experience creating and maintaining documentation

Skills also desired:

• Basic Cisco network experience a plus
• Experience with security scanning software like SCAP and Nessus

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with relevant experience
• Solid understanding of server based operating systems
• Enhanced troubleshooting skills within the server OS as well as both networking and storage technologies
• Working knowledge to create and run scripts to automate repetitive processes

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Windows Server: 3 years (Required)
• Windows Server 2012 R2 through 2019: 3 years (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person