Senior Windows Administrator

Overview Direct message the job poster from Apptad Windows System Admin is needed to lead and/or assist with enabling Windows Defender on roughly 100+ Windows servers. The Admin will communicate with system owners, gather a list of installed applications, track inbound ports needed, make Defender firewall exceptions for ports, and coordinate appropriate times to enable the firewall based on system owners’ needs. The Admin will also assist with LAPs rollout. An Active Directory Group is already associated with LAPs, but minor troubleshooting may be required on Windows systems. Work may be during business hours and/or outside of business hours. Work includes, but is not limited to, Active Directory administration, documentation creation, and technical troubleshooting. Responsibilities Lead and/or assist with enabling Windows Defender on 100+ Windows servers. Communicate with system owners to gather installed applications and required inbound ports. Configure Defender firewall exceptions for ports and coordinate appropriate times to enable firewall rules. Assist with LAPs rollout; work with an Active Directory Group associated with LAPs and perform minor troubleshooting on Windows systems. Perform Active Directory administration, create and maintain documentation, and conduct technical troubleshooting. Schedule and lead meetings, track progress, and document outcomes. Qualifications 7+ years IT Experience 5+ years of Windows Active Directory Administration experience Level 2 AD Admin and above Proficient with PowerShell Familiar with LAPs 2+ years of VMware Administrator experience Level 1 vSphere Admin and above Familiar with VMware Workstation or equivalent 2+ years of basic network troubleshooting Familiar with port-discovery tools such as Wireshark Familiar with basic CMD/PowerShell network cmdlets Excellent documentation, communication and time management skills Experience setting up and leading meetings Experience tracking and recording progress Experience creating and/or updating documentation Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology, Business Development, and Consulting Industries IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Administrative and Support Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21