VetsEZ is seeking a remote Senior Systems Administrator Lead to support a large-scale federal healthcare modernization program with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role will provide both technical leadership and hands-on administration of complex Windows server environments operating across hybrid infrastructures within VA and partner systems. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Windows-based systems, experience managing technical teams, and a strong focus on uptime, performance, and compliance.

The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities:

Lead a team of system administrators supporting Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) across development, staging, and production.Manage system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and maintenance for enterprise Windows platforms and applications.Administer core infrastructure services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, SSL/TLS certificates, and baseline security policies.Configure and maintain Hyper-V virtualization, clustering, NIC teaming, and SAN-attached storage to ensure performance, redundancy, and uptime.Integrate systems with Commvault and Azure GovCloud for backup and recovery operations.Monitor system health, analyze logs, and resolve errors or performance issues proactively.Enforce VA and DoD STIG compliance, including patching, vulnerability remediation, and secure remote access (e.g., RDP, sFTP).Maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, SOPs, and system configuration records.Participate in on-call rotations, provide after-hours support when needed, and lead incident escalations.Mentor junior administrators and provide team-level guidance on best practices, troubleshooting approaches, and system optimization.Contribute to team objectives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.8+ years of experience administering enterprise Windows environments, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or team lead capacity.Deep knowledge of Active Directory, GPOs, clustering, SAN integration, and Windows Server core services.Hands-on experience managing physical and virtual servers (Hyper-V), and integration with storage and backup platforms.Experience supporting enterprise patching, vulnerability remediation, and compliance with NIST/VA security standards.Strong scripting skills in PowerShell for automation and administrative tasks.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and stakeholder briefings.

Additional Qualifications:

Experience supporting federal IT systems, especially within the VA or other healthcare environments.Familiarity with SolarWinds, SCOM, or other system monitoring tools.Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.ITIL, Microsoft, or CompTIA certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Security+, or equivalent). Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage401k with Employer MatchPTO + Federal HolidaysCorporate LaptopTraining and development opportunities100% Remote Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.