Cloud Systems Administrator

CACI International Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Learning resources

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support our National Security Mission. You will oversee cloud-based systems, focusing on AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, and load balancing, on Windows and Linux platforms.

The role requires five years of experience, a BS degree, and a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph. Strong problem-solving skills, communication, and teamwork are essential, with after-hours on-call support expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS, IS, engineering, or related field with five years of experience.
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, IT security, compute, storage, and transport.
• Experience with Windows and Linux server operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, configure, and maintain cloud-based applications on Windows and Linux.
• Manage and administer the suite of financial and business analytics applications.
• Handle day-to-day pay, benefits, time and labor, and job announcement file transfers and batch processes.
• Resolve a wide range of complex system failures and incident tickets per procedures and AQLs.
• Automate critical production processes and optimize cloud infrastructure with zero downtime.

Skills

AWS expertise

Windows Server

Linux Server

IT security

Incident management

Education

BS degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Tools

CGI Momentum

IBM Cognos

EC2

S3

RDS

EBS

PowerShell

Job description

Job Title: Cloud Systems AdministratorJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: Top SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *The Opportunity:Serve as a Cloud Systems Administrator supporting our National Security Mission. You will oversee and provide system administration, integration, maintenance and customer support on the customer’s Enterprise Development, Test, and Production systems. This position has a special emphasis on Amazon Web Services (AWS), CGI Momentum, IBM Cognos, and Corporate Financial systems.Responsibilities:· Build, deploy, configure, and maintain cloud-based applications running on Windows and Linux operating systems and leveraging cloud services such as EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS. Provision stable AMIs, perform software installations, troubleshooting and maintenance.· Manage and administer the suite of financial and business analytics applications. Perform upgrades, optimize configurations, realizing efficiencies where possible.· Manage and oversee day-to-day pay, benefits, time and labor, and job announcement file transfers and batch processes.· Resolve a wide range of complex system failures - from application and PKI to security and batch processes - addressing incident tickets in accordance with established procedures and Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs).· Automate critical production processes through a variety of industry standard methods – cloud services, application, operating system, and scripting.· Achieve optimum system performance, availability, and security by assessing, identifying, implementing, and managing innovative technical, cloud, and cost-optimized solutions.· Execute cloud infrastructure modifications (i.e., storage, load balancing, instance resizing/tuning) with zero downtime and customer impact.· Coordinate systems maintenance in advance with customer and program offices to ensure balance between operational requirements and critical infrastructure, application, and security modifications.· Proactively monitor and review systems, security, and application logs, using a variety of methods, to mitigate risk and maintain compliance with NIST and IC directives.· Maintain close coordination with technical leads to maintain/adopt industry best practices/standards.· Perform backups and restores of operating, file, and database systems using established methods. Maintain user accounts and file systems.Qualifications :Required :· BS degree in CS, IS, engineering, or other technical discipline, and five years experience.· AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner· Strong technical background with a thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure, IT security principles, compute, storage, and transport.· Expertise in Windows and Linux server operating systems.· Interpersonal communication, problem solving, organizational, customer-oriented, and multi-tasking skills.· Ability to work as part of a high functioning team, under the supervision of a technical subject matter expert, as well as independently.· Must be available for after hours and on-call support.· Visual acuity to work on a computer for extended periods of time, ability to move from one workstation to another, and communicate with colleagues and customers.· TS/SCI clearance and ability to successfully complete a polygraph.Desired:· AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional· Experience with CGI Momentum, IBM Cognos, and the customer’s programs and facilities.-What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.An environment of trust.CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.A focus on continuous growth.Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.Pay Range :There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is:$86,600 - $181,800CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.