Sr. Systems Administrator - Cleared (Position Pending Contract Award)

Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
* What you will do
* Ensures the stable operation of the in-house computer software systems and network connections. This includes: planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network software and communication links.
* Organizes and directs the configuration and operation of information management systems.
* Analyzes and resolves end user software program and connectivity issues.
* Conducts capacity and performance analysis and provides system configuration change and upgrade recommendations.
* Increases system administrator efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts, develops system administrator procedures, and conducts system administrator training and skills assessment.
* Provides end user training. Provides recommendations on technology direction to align with business vision.
* Provides local and remote maintenance support to various operational systems deployed at more than one location.
* Support includes general maintenance, upgrades, and new installs of servers and applications.
* Directs the work of other system administrators to provide the day-to-day system administration to include system and resource optimization, and user assistance.
* Applies advanced technical knowledge of application networking, including load balancing applications, and ensuring fault tolerance.
* Performs vulnerability management.
* What we expect of you
* Active DoD Secret clearance
* Active Security+ certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level II equivalent certification is required.
* Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline
* At least ten (10) years of related experience required.
* Must be willing to travel up to 10% to the DC area
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.