Shared Data Warehouse (SDW) System Administrator

Role: Shared Data Warehouse (SDW) System Administrator Location: Aberdeen, MD / Remote Education/Certifications: N/A Years of Experience: 10+ years’ professional experience in IT or related field Clearance Level & Investigation: Tier 3 or equivalent (ADP/IT-II) IT Level (AR 25-2): IT-II or NACLC IA Cert Level (DoD 8570.01): IAT Level II Computing Environment Certifications: Relevant certification from nationally recognized authority (preferred) Job Description: Install, configure, and maintain SDW operating systems, servers, and IT infrastructure components. Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure SDW remains secure and up to date. Manage system configurations to meet organizational requirements and optimize performance. Monitor system performance using tools and metrics to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies. Optimize system resources, including CPU, memory, and storage, to ensure smooth operations. Proactively address performance issues to minimize downtime and disruptions. Monitor system usage and plan for future capacity needs based on organizational growth. Implement scalable solutions to accommodate increased workloads or user demands. Provide recommendations for infrastructure improvements and upgrades. Create, manage, and maintain user accounts, permissions, and access controls. Ensure proper authentication and authorization mechanisms are in place. Address user account issues, such as password resets and access requests. Develop and implement backup strategies to safeguard data and system configurations. Perform regular backups and test recovery procedures to ensure data availability. Minimize downtime during recovery operations and ensure business continuity. Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans to ensure data and system availability during emergencies. Test and validate recovery procedures to ensure readiness for unexpected events. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure business continuity in case of system disruptions. Implement security measures, such as firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems, to protect SDW. Monitor SDW for security threats and vulnerabilities, addressing them proactively. Ensure compliance with DoW, DISA, DCMA standards, and regulatory requirements. Diagnose and resolve system-related issues, including hardware, software, and network problems. Respond to incidents and service requests in a timely manner. Escalate complex issues to higher-level support teams when necessary. Required Minimum Experience: 10+ years of overall professional experience in IT or related field. Requires knowledge and expertise in the following: System Installation, Configuration and Maintenance; Monitoring and Performance Optimization; User Account Management; Backup and Recovery; Security and Compliance; Troubleshooting and Incident Management; Documentation and Reporting; Software and Hardware Management; Capacity Planning and Scalability; Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity. Required Clearance: Must possess IT-II security clearance or have a current National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC). Certifications: Relevant certification from nationally recognized technical authority preferred. DoW Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level II. Job Category: System Administration Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Remote Position Aberdeen - MD Clearance Level: T3 or NACLC Investigation ADP/IT-II Education-Certifications: IAT Level II Years of Experience: 10+ Source Selection: MOCAS