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Responsibilities Peraton is currently seeking Windows System Administrator Responsibilities Include: * Provide enterprise systems support for the Army in a fast paced and demanding environment

Responsibilities Peraton is currently seeking Windows System Administrator Responsibilities Include: * Provide enterprise systems support for the Army in a fast paced and demanding environment

Windows scripting language (VBS or PowerShell or Perl) to automate manual tasks where necessary ... in Monitoring Systems. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential ...

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking an Intermediate Windows Systems Administrator to: * Maintain ... Perform system security administration tasks such as creating and managing user profiles and ...

Windows Administrator

Phoenix, AZ

$43.50 - $54.25/hr

This role is for an experienced Windows System Engineer position that will assist with the architecture design, implementation, integration and support of Directory Services for enterprise (non ...

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How much do windows system admin jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for windows system admin in Arizona is $89,421.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,600.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Windows System Admins?

Windows System Admins, or Windows System Administrators, are IT professionals responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining Microsoft Windows-based servers and systems within an organization. Their duties include installing software, managing user accounts, ensuring system security, troubleshooting issues, and performing regular backups. They play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation, reliability, and security of an organization’s IT infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Windows System Admin, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Windows System Admin, you need a solid understanding of Windows server environments, Active Directory, networking concepts, and typically a relevant degree or certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Fundamentals. Familiarity with tools like PowerShell, Hyper-V, System Center, and backup/restore systems is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in managing incidents, collaborating with teams, and supporting end users. These competencies are crucial for ensuring system reliability, security, and efficient IT operations in business environments.

What is the difference between Windows System Admin vs Network Administrator?

AspectWindows System AdminNetwork Administrator
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server FundamentalsCompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentManaging Windows servers, Active Directory, and system securityConfiguring and maintaining network infrastructure, routers, switches
Primary FocusServer and OS managementNetwork connectivity and infrastructure

While both roles involve IT infrastructure, Windows System Admins focus on managing Windows servers and related systems, whereas Network Administrators handle network hardware and connectivity. Both roles often collaborate but have distinct responsibilities within an organization's IT environment.

What are some common challenges Windows System Administrators face when managing large enterprise environments?

Windows System Administrators in large enterprise settings often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent configurations across multiple servers, ensuring security compliance, and managing software updates without disrupting business operations. They also need to troubleshoot complex issues that may arise due to the interaction of various applications and network components. Effective communication and collaboration with other IT teams, such as network and security specialists, are essential to address these challenges efficiently and maintain a stable IT infrastructure.
Infographic showing various Windows System Admin job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,421 per year, or $43 per hour.
Windows System Administrator

Windows System Administrator

Rincon Research Corp

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?

At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee owned company, is seeking a talented, tenacious, results-driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact.

Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!

What are the primary responsibilities in the Windows System Administrator position?

A significant part of this role will be working through an Active Directory modernization, migration, and restructuring effort. Alongside that, we are beginning to build out an Azure environment from the ground up.

You will help shape that work as part of a small, collaborative team. We focus on growing together, and we value people who are comfortable working through hard problems and sharing what they know along the way. Other duties to include, but not limited to:

  • Support and contribute to an Active Directory migration and rearchitecture, including OU restructuring, group policy redesign, site topology, and replication.
  • Help build and configure a new Azure environment, including Entra ID and hybrid identity with Azure AD Connect.
  • Manage and support core infrastructure services including DNS, DHCP, and certificate services.
  • Provide system support through troubleshooting, and document resolutions for future reference.
  • Participate in monthly operations cycles including patching, monitoring, maintenance, and tuning.
  • Perform and help automate OS, software, and service installations.
  • Create and maintain operational documentation and standard operating procedures.


What required background will make you successful?

  • 8+ years of experience in Windows systems administration.
  • Deep experience with Active Directory, including OU design, group policy, multi-site environments, replication, and migrations.
  • Strong working knowledge of core infrastructure services including DNS, DHCP, and certificate services.
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows Server across deployment, service migration, and lifecycle management.
  • Experience with storage platforms such as SAN, NAS, or hyperconverged configurations.
  • Experience managing and resolving vendor OS and software patches and vulnerability notices.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED


Preferred skills:

  • Familiarity with Azure services, including Entra ID and hybrid identity configurations.
  • Experience with disaster recovery processes, including backup software and policies.
  • Experience with PowerShell scripting.
  • Experience with a configuration management tool such as Ansible.
  • Comfortable explaining technical work to teammates and contributing to team planning discussions.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Microsoft certification such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), or a Windows Server focused certification.
  • CompTIA Security+ or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire.
  • TS/SCI eligibility preferred.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.


Where is the position located?

This position is located at our Tucson, Arizona Headquarters. This position is 100% onsite and does not allow for hybrid schedules.

*The likely salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

What benefits does RRC offer?

  • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
  • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
  • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
  • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
  • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan
  • Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan

Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.