Windows System Administrator
Whizdom Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Our Federal Client is at the forefront of national security, driving innovation in intelligence and cybersecurity to safeguard Australia's interests in an increasingly complex global landscape.
About the Role:
Our Federal Client is looking to engage a highly skilled Windows VDI System Administrator to support a range of activities contributing to the design, build, test and operation of ICT systems and network services to support the delivery of modern mobility solutions for senior government officials. Project activities under the project include expanding the existing network, computing systems, desktop delivery solutions, complex gateway services, cloud services, and secure mobility solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Administer management and support of security software, system integration and configuration.
* Administer Secured End User Computing (EUC) Environment (Active Directory Management, Group Policy) procedures and standards.
* Design, test, deploy and automate Windows operating system builds.
* Develop and operate a backup and recovery service for virtualised Windows systems.
* Develop and implement strategies for optimisation, and scalability of Virtual environments.
* Develop and operate a windows server platform including Active Directory, DNS, PKI, remote desktop services, WSUS, etc.
* Build, test and maintain system images and provide integration for VDI Platforms.
* Implement VDI performance monitoring and tool tuning for a dynamic network environment.
* Support and Monitor Virtual Windows Desktop environment. (Citrix CVAD/NetScaler)
Technical Skills
* Demonstrated experience or qualifications in Microsoft Server and Desktop technologies (including Exchange, WSUS, MECM, SCCM, AD)
* Proficient in Microsoft PowerShell scripting.
* Proficient in Building, deploying and managing virtual desktop SOEs.
* Proficient in Advanced Windows troubleshooting.
* Desirable - Proficient in Microsoft Configuration manager for application packaging and deployment.
* Desirable - Experience in Integrating MFA solutions
Work Location
ACT/VIC/QLD/SA
Security Requirements
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current TSPV Security Clearance.
What is on offer
* The contract period is 12 months with 2x12 months extension option
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly skilled team
* Competitive remuneration package
Why partner with Whizdom?
We're Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different The Whizdom way:
* We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet
* We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We've been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
* We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes Friday, 10 am on 23/01/2026 .
Please call Salina on for any further information.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Technology, Information and Media
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