Intermediate AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator

Maximus; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking an Intermediate AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator to join our Texas-based team. This remote role requires a Top Secret with SCI clearance and entails managing AWS workloads with emphasis on security and compliance.

The candidate should have extensive experience with AWS services, Kubernetes/EKS, and cloud-native tooling, with a strong background in Linux and Windows system administration. TCS internal profile code: TCS219, T3, Band 6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is desired.
• Five years IT systems administration experience with both Windows and Linux.
• Experience deploying, managing and operating workloads on AWS.
• Experience with Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS).
• Experience with container orchestration and deployment in AWS.
• CKA certification and/or training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides subject matter proficiency for tasks.
• Supports process improvement, requirements definition, and analysis.
• Develops requirements documents and functional models.
• Develops procedures and architectures for cloud workloads.
• Ensures security controls and compliance for AWS environments.
• Familiar with AWS Management Console and CLI.
• Proficiency with Kubernetes/EKS and related AWS tools.

Skills

AWS

Kubernetes

EKS

Lambda

AWS CLI

Security

Networking

Well-Architected

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

AWS Management Console

AWS CLI

Job description

Intermediate AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator

Date

Monday, September 21, 2026

City

San Antonio

State

TX

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus is looking to hire an Intermediate AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator.

This position is remote and requires a Top Secret with SCI clearance.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS219, T3, Band 6

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides subject matter proficiency for work described in the task.
• Responsible for providing analytical skills to support process improvement, specialized studies, and definition of requirements.
• Typical duties include analysis, planning, developing requirements documents, building functional models, developing procedures, developing functional architectures, and other related management and technical duties.
• Must have experience deploying, managing, and operating workloads on AWS as well as implementing security controls and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with using both the AWS Management Console and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI).
• Understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework as well as AWS networking and security services Requires expertise in a specialty area.
• Preferred candidate will have proficiency in AWS tools such as: Kubernetes, EKS, Diode, Lambda etc. (not all inclusive) orchestrated/deployed in a cloud environment

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

• At least five (5) years of overall experience in one or more of the functional area’s listed below. A bachelor’s degree in related field desired. A bachelor’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
• Five (5) years IT systems administrative experience with both Microsoft and Linux platforms. Proficient understanding of maintenance (patching, STIG, and upgrade processes) on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience and/or training in system administration related to ability to manage and operate workloads on AWS systems.
• Demonstrated experience in system administration support and management related to Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS).
• Demonstrated experience in system administration and supporting development and test teams in AWS and along with an applied understanding of Kubernetes and traditional RHEL servers.
• Kubernetes CKA certification and/or training with one year applied experience on containerized platforms.
• An intermediate level AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator should have at least two (2) of the following Trainings or Certifications below and at least one (1) year applied experience with Container Orchestration and/or application deployment. Two (2) years proven relevant experience may be substituted as applicable to each certification.

Required Certifications:

• 2. AWS SysOps Administrator (Associate)
• 3. Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)

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TCS219, T3, Band 6

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

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