System Administrator Windows (Night Shift)

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Travel Required: Up to 10%

LaunchTech is seeking a System Administrator Windows (Night Shift) to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. This role provides after-hours operational support for mission-critical Windows-based systems, ensuring system stability, security compliance, and timely resolution of incidents during off-hour mission activities. Typical shift hours are 1400–2200, with flexibility as required to support mission needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

System Administration & Operations

• Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers and systems

• Install, configure, and manage on-prem Active Directory environments, including Group Policy Object (GPO) implementation

• Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management, and documentation practices

• Make recommendations to plan, develop, and execute work plans that meet critical-path requirements

Monitoring, Troubleshooting & Incident Response

• Perform physical inspections and research using system and event logs, tools, and software to identify issues and trends

• Provide timely status updates to team leads, managers, and stakeholders on task progress and troubleshooting efforts

• Use the Remedy ticketing system to report, track, and document incidents and resolution actions

• Perform evening shift work, typically 1400–2200, with flexibility to support off-hour mission activities

Collaboration & Technical Advisory

• Assist integration leads and managers with problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation

• Advise team members and leadership on technical recommendations related to system improvements, optimization methods, and process development

• Interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to resolve complex integration and technical challenges

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience

  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education

• Must have 4, or more, years of directly relatable experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows operating systems and applications (e.g., Windows Server 2022, Windows 11)

• Must have strong knowledge of Active Directory Users and Computers, Sites and Services, DNS, Group Policy, TCP/IP networking, and LDAP

• Must have experience with Multi-Factor Authentication methodologies

• Must have experience building, configuring, and deploying servers and systems in a virtualized environment

• Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)

• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have a strong understanding of troubleshooting methodologies and root cause analysis

• Have experience with security patching and software management using WSUS

• Have experience with NetApp NAS storage

• Have working knowledge of PowerShell scripting

• Have strong understanding of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

• Have knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems, and MDIOC operations

• Have a degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline

Why LaunchTech?

LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period.
You’ll support mission-critical systems that directly impact national defense operations.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow

• And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.