Senior IT Consultant | Onsite

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Systems Administrator (Windows Infrastructure)

Location: Montgomery, AL
Duration: 12 Months

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator with strong Windows infrastructure expertise to support and secure enterprise environments. This role focuses on administering, hardening, and maintaining Windows servers and workstations while ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-53 security standards .

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Microsoft technologies, system security, and automation , with hands-on experience implementing security controls, managing configurations, and supporting enterprise-scale environments.

• Install, configure, maintain, and patch Windows Server (2019/2022 ) and Windows 10/11 systems
• Implement and enforce NIST SP 800-53 security controls across Windows environments
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy (GPOs), and access controls
• Perform system hardening, baseline configuration, and compliance enforcement
• Administer tools such as SCCM/MECM, Intune, Microsoft Defender, and Azure AD (Entra ID)
• Configure and enforce security policies including MFA, least privilege, firewall rules, and encryption
• Monitor systems for compliance using tools like Nessus/Tenable
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation and reporting
• Troubleshoot system issues, vulnerabilities, and security incidents
• Document configurations, security controls, and compliance processes
• Support audits and maintain compliance with federal security standards

• 4 years of experience administering Windows servers and workstations in enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience implementing NIST SP 800-53 security controls
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft tools : Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, SCCM/MECM, Intune, Defender
• Understanding of security control families (AC, AU, CM, IA, SC, SI)
• Experience with system hardening, configuration management, and least-privilege principles
• Familiarity with vulnerability/compliance tools (Nessus, Tenable, etc.)
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Microsoft certifications (Windows Server Hybrid Administrator, Endpoint Administrator)
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security , CISM, or CAP
• Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID, Azure Policy, and Defender for Endpoint
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-171, CMMC, FISMA

• Windows Infrastructure Administration
• System Hardening & Security Compliance
• NIST 800-53 Implementation
• Active Directory & Group Policy
• PowerShell Automation
• Endpoint & Server Management
• Vulnerability Management

A hands-on Windows Systems Administrator with strong cybersecurity and compliance experience , capable of securing enterprise environments, implementing NIST standards, and automating processes to ensure system integrity and reliability.

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA

Company Description

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA