Cloud Platforms Administrator

Everforth ECS; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS seeks a Cloud Platform Administrator to manage enclave infrastructure and support a broad range of programming requirements, datasets, and research objectives. The role demands innovative problem solving, proactive communication, and a service-oriented mindset.

You will work with DoD-grade environments, Azure platforms, and cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable operations. The ideal candidate brings DoD clearance, STEM credentials, and hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 5+ years of professional experience.
• Ability to obtain DoD 8140 IAT Level II Security+ within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of Azure, AD, Entra ID, Windows Server, Linux, security, backups and recovery.
• Experience with automation scripting languages.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs.
• Installing/configuring software and Azure infrastructure.
• Technical support for Windows and Linux servers.
• Managing dispersed server access for users.
• Collaboration with Cloud Service Providers to design and maintain solutions.
• Documentation of SOPs, CONOPs, and related artifacts.
• Strong problem solving and communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage server access for multiple external vendors.
• Install and upgrade operating systems and software packages per IT policies.
• Monitor and tune systems for optimal performance.
• Perform additional program-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Active DoD Secret clearance

Azure / Active Directory / Entra ID

Windows Server / Linux administration

Automation scripting

DISA STIGs knowledge

Technical documentation

Communication & stakeholder mgmt

Networking & security basics

DoD 8140 IAT Level II readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

5+ years professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Cloud Platform Administrator to join a team responsible for managing and maintaining multiple network enclaves to support the DoW community. The candidate will aid in developing, maintaining, creating, documenting, and installing network and enclave infrastructure for a broad range of programming requirements, datasets, applications, and research objectives. This is a demanding, high-energy position that requires innovative solutions to network, hardware, and software problems. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills; is a motivated, self-starter who enthusiastically tackles operational challenges, and can quickly grasp and implement creative solutions; and is both customer-service and career growth-oriented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage server access for multiple, simultaneous, external vendors (i.e., Government, academia, and industry).
• Perform software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages; maintain them in accordance with established information technology (IT) policies and
• Monitor and tune the system to achieve optimum performance
• Perform additional program-related duties, as
• Other duties, as assigned.

Please note, Salary is commensurate with skillset, qualifications, experience, and educational background.

Required Skills

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline, and 5+ years of professional experience or equivalent professional experience
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8140 IAT Level II Security+ (or higher) within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Windows Server, Linux, security, back-up and recovery specifications.
• Demonstrated ability with automation scripting languages such as
• In-depth understanding of Defense Information Systems Agency’s Security Technical Implementation Guide requirements (DISA STIGs).
• Installing and configuring software and Microsoft Azure infrastructure components
• Providing technical support to both Windows and Linux-based servers and information technology systems
• Managing server access for multiple dispersed users
• Collaborating with Cloud Service Providers to design, implement, and maintain customer solutions
• Writing and executing technical documents including, but not limited to, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Concepts of Operation (CONOPs), and other related technical artifacts.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate solution.
• Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of stakeholders (from peers to end-users to executive management).

Desired Skills

• In-depth knowledge of, and experience with:
• FortiGate Firewalls Cisco Switch, and Mobile API Gateway (MAG) device configurations.
• DevOps technologies.
• Storage technologies and procedures.
• Patch Management solution implementation.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.
Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.
We value:

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!