Cloud Systems Administrator

CACI; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support our National Security mission, overseeing cloud-based Windows and Linux systems and AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS). You will manage the OpenText suite and PeopleSoft along with automation of critical production processes.

The role emphasizes security, incident response, and cost-optimized cloud solutions, requiring TS/SCI clearance and after-hours availability.

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS, IS, engineering, or other technical discipline with 3 years of experience.
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner credential is required.
• Strong cloud infra, IT security principles, compute, storage, and transport knowledge.
• Expertise in Windows and Linux server operating systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational and customer-oriented skills.
• Ability to work in a high-functioning team or independently under supervision.
• Must be available for after-hours and on-call support.
• TS/SCI clearance with ability to complete a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, configure, and maintain cloud-based apps on Windows and Linux using EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS.
• Manage and administer the OpenText suite and perform upgrades.
• Handle day-to-day payroll, benefits, time/labor, and batch file transfers.
• Troubleshoot complex system failures and address incident tickets.
• Automate production processes via cloud services, apps, OS, and scripting.
• Improve performance, availability, and security with cost-optimized solutions.
• Modify cloud infrastructure (storage, load balancing, resizing) with zero downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance with customers to balance operations and security changes.
• Monitor systems and logs to mitigate risk and stay compliant with NIST/IC directives.
• Collaborate with technical leads to adopt best practices.
• Perform backups/restores and manage user accounts and file systems.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Windows administration

Linux administration

IT security principles

Communication skills

Teamwork

On-call availability

TS/SCI clearance

Education

BS degree in CS/IS/engineering or technical discipline

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Tools

OpenText

PeopleSoft

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), OpenText, PeopleSoft, and Corporate Business 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 OpenText suite of 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 PeopleSoft 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 three 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 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:

$75,200-$158,100

CACI 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.