Job Description

Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day
** This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

About the Company
Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

ATG is seeking a Systems Administrator (Windows) to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Code 104. The selected candidate will administer, maintain, and support Microsoft Windows server environments and enterprise infrastructure while ensuring system availability, security, and compliance with Department of the Navy and DoD requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft Windows Server operating systems.
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services, and print services.
• Perform server patching, vulnerability remediation, and STIG implementation.
• Monitor system performance, availability, backups, and storage utilization.
• Support virtualization platforms and enterprise server infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot operating system, application, and infrastructure issues.
• Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and configuration records.
• Support RMF, cybersecurity compliance, and continuous monitoring activities.

Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of professional systems administration experience, including Microsoft Windows environments.
• Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 5 investigation.
• Experience administering Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Knowledge of STIGs, RMF, and cybersecurity best practices.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Desired:

• Microsoft Windows Server certification.
• Experience supporting NAVSEA or Department of the Navy.
• Experience with VMware, PowerShell scripting, and enterprise backup solutions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.

Additional Benefits

• Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic