Job Description Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator Responsibilities of the Senior Systems Administrator: EDC Consulting is seeking to hire a Senior Systems Administratorin Annapolis Junction, MD. The Systems Administrator will support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. The Senior Systems Administrator will: * Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems. * Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems. * Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems. * Aid users in accessing and using IT systems. * Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems. * Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. * Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. * Optimize system operations and resource utilization and perform system capacity analysis and planning. * Provide in-depth experience in trouble-shooting IT systems. * Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets. * Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. * Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance. * Support the design of systems, mission architecture and associated hardware. * Possess a working knowledge and understanding of system administration interdependencies as part of the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA). * Analyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications, and software. Qualifications: * 15 years' experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required OR 5 years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. * Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly About EDC Consulting: Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA, EDC Consulting is a small business provider of enterprise solutions and strategic business support to the Federal Government. With more than 150 client engagements successfully delivered, EDC has extensive experience designing, developing, implementing and maintaining complex business systems and software solutions for a wide range of Department of Defense, Federal, state and local and commercial clients. EDC is an Oracle Platinum Partner, SAP Partner and Premier Business Partner of the IBM Corporation. EDC offers a rich corporate culture with driven and determined leadership in a dynamic environment that was founded on openness and success. We enjoy an energetic and fun atmosphere in a culture of mutual respect. At EDC, we build upon the principals and traditions of our military. Personal responsibility, accountability and strong work ethic are a must. Our clients benefit from working alongside a winning team of smart, hard-working, creative and successful professionals. By becoming part of the EDC team; our employees will share in our entrepreneurial spirit and success. Please send your resume to EDC Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information on EDC Consulting, visit us at www.edcconsulting.com