--- title: 'Windows Systems Engineer at Computer World Services' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/windows-systems-engineer-computer-world-services-morrisville-ccm4nepcpna8' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-08' --- # Windows Systems Engineer at Computer World Services - **Company:** Computer World Services - **Location:** Morrisville, NC - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-11-03 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc/56948c8c-112e-45c4-b3cc-38eab3af5685 ## Job description Computer World Services Corp (CWS) is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and technically proficient Windows System Engineer to support the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) enterprise IT environment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, availability, performance, and security of the enterprise endpoint management infrastructure. Responsibilities include maintaining the SCCM/MECM hierarchy, managing site systems and associated services, optimizing content distribution, supporting software deployment and security patching, and maintaining infrastructure health. The Windows System Engineer will support Windows Desktop and Server administration, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, automation, backup and recovery, and infrastructure monitoring. The position works closely with cybersecurity, desktop engineering, server administration, networking, and IT operations teams to maintain a secure, stable, and efficient enterprise environment. ## Key Tasks & Responsibilities Infrastructure Engineering and Administration - Design, build, configure, maintain, and optimize the enterprise SCCM/MECM infrastructure. - Configure and manage boundaries, boundary groups, client settings, discovery methods, and content distribution strategies across the enterprise. - Maintain SCCM/MECM database health, perform regular maintenance tasks, backups, and disaster recovery planning and testing. - Plan and execute upgrades, cumulative updates, and hotfixes for the SCCM/MECM infrastructure. - Monitor infrastructure health, performance, and capacity; troubleshoot site system failures, replication issues, and content distribution problems. - Manage role-based access control (RBAC), security scopes, and overall hardening of the SCCM/MECM environment. - Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot management points, distribution points, software update points, service connection points, and other SCCM/MECM infrastructure components. - Troubleshoot site system failures, database connectivity, replication issues, client communication failures, and content distribution problems. - Maintain technical documentation, infrastructure diagrams, configuration baselines, and standard operating procedures for the SCCM/MECM environment. - Install, configure, maintain, patch, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server operating systems and associated services. - Support the daily operation of enterprise Windows server infrastructure across physical and virtual environments. - Assist with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other Microsoft enterprise infrastructure services. - Implement configuration changes, operating system updates, and infrastructure enhancements following established change management procedures. - Monitor Windows Server performance, availability, system logs, and resource utilization. - Assist with Windows Server workloads operating in VMware vSphere and vCenter environments. - Coordinate with virtualization, storage, network, and backup teams to resolve infrastructure-related issues. Security Hardening and Vulnerability Management - Implement and maintain Windows systems and SCCM/MECM security hardening standards aligned with organizational and applicable federal cybersecurity requirements. - Apply least-privilege principles to SCCM/MECM administrative access and infrastructure service accounts. - Support the implementation of secure configurations and security baselines consistent with applicable NIST, CISA, and organizational requirements. - Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities affecting Windows Server systems, SCCM/MECM infrastructure components, and associated services. - Analyze vulnerability scan results, CVEs, security advisories, and configuration findings to determine appropriate remediation actions. - Support remediation activities associated with applicable CISA Binding Operational Directives and federal cybersecurity requirements. - Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to prioritize remediation efforts, validate corrective actions, and track outstanding vulnerabilities. - Support security patch deployment, compliance monitoring, and reporting across managed Windows systems. - Maintain documentation of security configurations, remediation activities, and system compliance status. Patch Management, and Endpoint Configuration - Support the development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of SCCM/MECM applications, packages, programs, task sequences, and configuration baselines. - Configure and maintain software update points and associated Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) components. - Manage software update synchronization, deployment packages, maintenance windows, and update distribution. - Troubleshoot failed software deployments, update installations, client compliance issues, and content delivery failures. - Support automated remediation of vulnerable, obsolete, unsupported, or prohibited software. - Monitor deployment success rates, patch compliance, and endpoint configuration status. - Support enterprise software lifecycle management and operating system upgrade activities. Automation and Operational Improvement - Develop, test, maintain, and troubleshoot PowerShell scripts supporting Windows Server and SCCM/MECM administration. - Automate repetitive administrative activities, configuration checks, system maintenance, and operational reporting. - Support automated vulnerability remediation and configuration compliance validation. - Develop reusable scripts and documented procedures for common infrastructure management activities. - Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure efficiency through automation and standardized processes. Education & Experience Education - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) ## Experience - 5-8 years of experience in Windows system administration in enterprise environments - Experience supporting VMware virtualized environments - Experience with enterprise backup and monitoring systems Certifications - ITIL 4 Foundation - Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or comparable Microsoft infrastructure certification. - Microsoft endpoint management or Configuration Manager-related certifications. - Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate. - CompTIA Security+. - VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV). Security Clearance - Applicants must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@cwsc.com. ## About Computer World Services ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Computer World Services Corp. (CWS) is a privately held IT services provider that delivers enterprise-wide solutions, digital transformation, and cybersecurity support to U.S. Defense and Civilian federal agencies. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Washington, D.C., USA (also has offices in Fairview Heights, IL; Falls Church, VA; St. Louis, MO; and Scott AFB, IL) - **Founded**: 1990 - **Founders**: Frank Hameed (President and CEO) ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Information Technology (IT) services, federal government contracting, cybersecurity, digital transformation. - Target customers: U.S. federal government (Defense and Civilian agencies) – strictly B2G (Business-to-Government). - Mission or purpose statement: Not explicitly stated, but the company emphasizes delivering “quality, value, and technological innovation” with a commitment to integrity and excellence in service delivery. ## Products & Services - **Enterprise IT Solutions**: Full lifecycle IT support including network operations, systems administration, help desk, and infrastructure management. - **Cybersecurity Services**: Cybersecurity operations, CSSP (Cybersecurity Service Provider) engineering and team leadership, threat monitoring, and compliance. - **Digital Transformation & Process Optimization**: Modernization of legacy systems, cloud migration, and business process re-engineering for federal clients. - **DevSecOps**: Integration of security into development and operations pipelines, including software development and application/web support. All offerings are delivered as services (IT services, managed services, consulting) rather than SaaS or hardware products. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company). - **Key Metric**: Total employees: ~400 (as of latest data). Revenue not publicly available. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors listed; the company was founded organically by Frank Hameed. Key partners are federal agencies (DoD, civilian departments). - **Growth Signals**: Talent footprint has expanded across 19 states and 140 cities. The company supports 100% remote and hybrid work models. Consistently high ratings in federal programs. ## Competitive Advantages - **30+ Years of Federal Experience**: Deep understanding of government contracting, compliance, and security requirements. - **Proven Track Record**: Recognized for consistent performance and high ratings in federal programs (e.g., past performance ratings). - **Flexible Workforce**: Ability to deploy talent across CONUS and OCONUS, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles. - **Employee-Focused Benefits**: Competitive benefits package (see below) and a culture that supports work-life balance. ## Strategic Focus - **Current Priorities**: Continue serving Defense and Civilian federal customers by expanding IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation capabilities. Leverage a remote/hybrid talent model to attract skilled professionals nationwide. - **Direction for Growth**: Likely organic growth through contract wins and recompete wins; no indication of M&A or external funding. ## Why Work Here - **Culture Highlights**: Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting national security and federal operations. Emphasis on integrity and excellence. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: Hybrid workspace – employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work. Many roles are fully remote; on-site positions exist at government facilities (e.g., Scott AFB, IL; Washington, D.C.). - **Notable Perks & Benefits** (from [cwsc.com/employee-benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/)): - Medical, dental, and vision plans (United Healthcare) - 15 days PTO accrued from day one + 11 company holidays - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year - 401(k) with 4% company match (Safe Harbor, 100% vested immediately) - Short & long-term disability (100% employer-paid) - Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance - Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking) - Employee Assistance Program - Generous parental leave (from Built In) - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on cybersecurity, network operations, DevSecOps, and systems engineering. Use of AI in hiring process (applicants are informed). Strong support for professional development via tuition reimbursement. ## Sources 1. [cwsc.com – Home](https://cwsc.com/) 2. [cwsc.com – Careers](https://cwsc.com/careers/) 3. [cwsc.com – Employee Benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/) 4. [jobs.lever.co/cwsc – Current Openings](https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc) 5. [builtin.com – Computer World Services Corp. 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