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Senior Server Windows Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Description The Senior Server Windows Engineer will provide systems administration and migration support for over 2000 windows operating on-premises and cloud tenants/environments within AWS, Azure ...

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Olympia, WA

Windows 2008 Server Administration Windows 2012 Server Administration BizTalk PowerShell- automation of deployments, builds Visual Studio Team Foundation Server experience Visual Studio 2008, 2012 ...

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Senior Windows Engineer/Admin

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Opportunity for advancement Senior Windows Systems Engineer Location: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid ... Windows Server Management: Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2016, 2019, and ...

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Senior Server Windows Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

ORA_ON_SITE Description The Senior Server Windows Engineer will provide systems administration and migration support for over 2000 windows operating on-premises and cloud tenants/environments within ...

SAIC

Senior Server Windows Engineer

Washington, DC

ORA_ON_SITE Description The Senior Server Windows Engineer will provide systems administration and migration support for over 2000 windows operating on-premises and cloud tenants/environments within ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr windows server engineer in the United States is $109,144.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $134,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sr Windows Server Engineer vs Windows System Administrator?

AspectSr Windows Server EngineerWindows System Administrator
CertificationsMCSE, MCSA, VMwareCompTIA Server+, MCSA
Work EnvironmentDesign, implementation, troubleshooting of Windows serversDaily maintenance, user support, server management
ResponsibilitiesAdvanced server setup, scripting, performance tuningMonitoring, backups, user account management

The main difference is that Sr Windows Server Engineers focus on designing and optimizing Windows server environments, while Windows System Administrators handle daily operations and user support. Both roles require similar certifications and work in enterprise IT environments, but the engineer role involves more strategic planning and technical expertise.

What does a Sr Windows Server Engineer do?

A Sr Windows Server Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows Server environments within an organization. They manage server infrastructure, ensure system security, optimize performance, and provide advanced support for issues related to Windows Server operating systems. Their role often includes planning and executing upgrades, managing Active Directory, and ensuring high availability and disaster recovery solutions. These engineers may also mentor junior staff and help develop best practices for server management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Windows Server Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sr Windows Server Engineer, you need advanced expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, networking, and security, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in IT or related field and relevant certifications like Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate. Proficiency with tools such as PowerShell, System Center, Hyper-V, and monitoring platforms is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills are vital to ensure the efficient, secure, and reliable operation of critical IT infrastructure within an organization.

What are some typical challenges Sr Windows Server Engineers face when managing large enterprise environments?

Sr Windows Server Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring uptime and reliability across a multitude of servers, coordinating software updates and patches without disrupting business operations, and troubleshooting complex issues that span across on-premises and cloud platforms. They also need to maintain strict security and compliance standards, often working closely with cybersecurity teams. Managing these tasks requires strong problem-solving skills, deep knowledge of Windows Server technologies, and effective collaboration with various IT and business stakeholders.
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Senior Windows Server Administrator

Senior Windows Server Administrator

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Savannah, GA

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, upgrade, and integrate OS applications on Windows systems in a VMware virtualized environment.

  • Perform Active Directory Services administration and management, including design, cleanup, routine maintenance, and configuration.

  • Provide operations support for backup, data protection, disaster recovery, and administration of Spectrum Protect, Spectrum Protect Plus, and OpenShift platforms.

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Senior Windows Server Administrator in  GAC Savannah


Unique Skills:

Cloud & Azure Expertise

  • Strong proficiency in managing Microsoft Azure infrastructure, including Entra ID and security optimization.
  • Experience implementing cloud security best practices and integrating on-premises systems with Azure services.

Core Windows Infrastructure

  • Deep knowledge of Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), Certificate Services, DNS, DHCP, and Print Servers.
  • Expertise in domain controller operations, authentication protocols (Kerberos, NTLM), and security configurations.

Performance & Troubleshooting

  • Advanced skills in performance analysis and diagnostic tools for Windows Server environments.
  • Ability to resolve complex infrastructure issues using logs, traces, and network analysis tools.

Automation & Scripting

  • Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting, including automation workflows, reporting scripts, and reusable configuration modules.

Enterprise Systems & Virtualization

  • Understanding of enterprise storage technologies, Hyper-V, VMware, IIS, and MS SQL.
  • Experience supporting virtualization and application hosting environments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Proven ability to interface with teams across the enterprise stack: networking, storage, project management, capacity planning, and incident management.
  • Comfortable leading technical discussions and translating complex concepts into clear, actionable language for diverse audiences.

Process & Governance

  • Demonstrated experience with ITIL processes for incident, change, and problem management.
  • Ability to train and guide teams on new and existing processes, including cloud architecture best practices.

Soft Skills & Leadership

  • Highly interpersonal with strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements.
  • Skilled in mentoring and knowledge transfer to junior staff.


 

Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or technology related field or equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 7 years experience providing Sr Windows Server administration support and Sr server configuration support. At least one of the following industry certifications preferred.: MCSA/MCSE/MCTIP-SA or VMware VCP and similar certifications desired. Position Purpose: Provide Sr level Server Administration support in a virtualized environment.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:
  1. Install OS applications, daily system maintenance, applications integration, upgrades on Windows systems in a VMware virtualized environment .
  2. Will work closely with network, application, and middleware teams to support product installations, customizations, and deployments .
  3. Perform Active Directory Services administration and management to include design, cleanup and routine maintenance and configuration .
  4. Will work closely with UNIX, OpenShift, Backup and Storage teams to support deployments .
  5. Provide operations support to ensure high performance backup and data protection, universal availability and simplified management of complex systems and storage networks .
  6. Supports, implements and maintains backup plans to ensure continuation of critical operations in the event of a disaster or recovery .
  7. Operation, configuration, and troubleshooting of organization backup and data replication infrastructure .
  8. Provide administration and support of the OpenShift platform .
  9. Provide Administration and support of the Spectrum Protect (SP) and Spectrum Protect Plus (SPP) platform .
  10. Perform Active Directory Services administration and management to include design, cleanup and routine maintenance and configuration .
  11. Develop or lead oversight of update, documentation and management of GPOs across .
  12. Develop and maintain user and technical documentation .
  13. Create administrator and service accounts, maintain system documentation, tune system performance, and install enterprise wide software .
  14. Monitor policies and standards for allocation related to use of computing resources .
  15. Provide support including software updates and upgrades, backup and recovery, performance mgmt and capacity planning for the environment .
  16. Collects and assesses information from the user community in software and hardware problem resolution .
  17. Defining and tracking metrics and key performance indicators to raise the bar in team performance and customer service .
  18. Reduce errors working with the other Windows administrators through process improvement and root cause analysis .
  19. Produces support documentation on demand .
  20. Help tune performance and ensure high availability of server infrastructure .
  21. Assist developing and maintaining configuration management solutions .
  22. Utilizes performance tools to help teams make the most out of the available infrastructure .
  23. Demonstrate strong customer service skills to provide onsite technical support focusing on strong listening skills to gain accurate understanding of the situation, displaying a sense of urgency to resolve customer issues .
Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:
  1. Experience with GPO creation and maintenance.
  2. Hands on experience with VMware ESX, ESXi/vSphere, vCenter, vMotion, DRS, and additional virtualization technologies and concepts.
  3. Understanding of enterprise storage technology to interface with storage administration group.
  4. In depth experience and knowledge of Active Directory, Hyper-V, VMware, IIS, MS SQL, WSUS and AD Group Policy.
A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 233321

Category: Information Systems

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 06/19/2026 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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