Cloud Operator

Zachary Piper Solutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Zachary Piper is looking for a Cloud Operator in Arlington, Virginia, to support an Air Force program. The role involves managing and securing MS Windows/Linux network environments. Candidates should have at least 1 year of cloud systems experience and 2 years in system administration, along with a DoD 8140 compliant certification. Key benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development. An active TS/SCI clearance is required to start.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with cloud systems.
• 2+ years of systems administration and automation experience with Windows and/or Linux.
• Experience supporting cloud environments, including container-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, patch, audit, and support secure MS Windows/Linux environments.
• Interface with customers to resolve IT issues.
• Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests.

Skills

Cloud systems experience

Windows and Linux administration

PowerShell and Bash scripting

Cloud architecture understanding

Education

DoD 8140 Compliance with System Administrator certification

Tools

Microsoft Windows Server

RedHat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a talented and experienced Cloud Operator to join our team in support of a long-term Air Force program. As a Cloud Operator, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and support of secure MS Windows/Linux network environments and limited web/data application services in cloud environments. This is an excellent opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the security and efficiency of our clients' systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, patch, audit, and support secure MS Windows/Linux network environments and limited web/data application services.
• Maintain configurations and deployments of COTS/GOTS applications.
• Manage file servers, firewalls, network access, security monitoring systems, and system documentation.
• Interface with local customers to provide IT support and resolve issues promptly.
• Attend planning and requirements meetings with IT staff, Program Managers, and customers as required.
• Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests.
• Create user accounts and manage software licenses.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience working with cloud systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with the A&A process using the Risk Management Framework.
• Experience supporting cloud environments, including delivering, securing, and managing container-based applications.
• 2+ years of systems administration and automation experience with Windows and/or Linux, including PowerShell and/or Bash Scripting.
• DoD 8140 Compliance with System Administrator (451) Intermediate certification.

Bonus Points

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2016 or 2019.
• Familiarity with RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• General understanding of basic networking principles.

Security Clearance

• An active TS/SCI clearance is required to start.
• Must be willing to submit for a CI Polygraph.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities

Please send qualified resumes to Geoffrey Wei at