Senior Cloud Systems Administrator

T2s, Llc; Aberdeen (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

T2S Solutions is seeking a Senior Cloud Systems Administrator to support a government customer at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The role focuses on security and compliance, cloud management, scripting and automation, and Identity & Access Management (IAM).

Responsibilities include administering Azure Government environments, deploying VMs and networks, and ensuring IAVM/STIG compliance. Expect XR security controls and collaboration with security teams.

Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Security+ (IAT Level II) or equivalent.
• AZ-104 or SC-300 or equivalent cert; or 5+ years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer Azure Government multi-subscription environments.
• Deploy and manage VMs, storage, networking, and identity services.
• Monitor IAVM compliance and maintain STIG checklists.

Skills

Azure Government Admin

RBAC & Entra ID

IAVM Compliance

Troubleshooting & Networking

Vulnerability Management

Communication Skills

Education

Security+ (IAT Level II)

AZ-104 / SC-300 or equivalent cert

5+ years relevant experience

Tools

Azure CLI

PowerShell

Wireshark

PCAP Analysis

Job description

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Senior Cloud Systems Administrator - DCGS-A
Security Clearance: Secret - TS/SCI
Location: APG, MD

Summary
T2S Solutions is currently hiring a Senior Cloud Systems Administrator to support our government customer at Aberdeen Proving Ground. This key role will be responsible for Security & Compliance, Cloud Management, Scripting & Automation, and Identity Access Management IAM.

• Azure Government Administration: Administer and sustain secure, multi-subscription environments strictly within Azure Government, including dedicated experience navigating cArmy and the Enterprise Cloud Management Agency (ECMA) frameworks
• Modern Deployment & Connectivity: Deploy and manage virtual machines, storage, networking components, and identity services. Must possess a strong understanding of Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) mechanics and the secure protocols required to connect and execute administrative actions using elevated/privileged accounts
• Application Hosting: Deploy and maintain application workloads (including Linux-based workloads) utilizing modern hosting architectures such as Containers and Azure App Services (utilizing OneDeploy with .zip or .jar packages)

Security, Compliance, & Troubleshooting (Core Focus)

• Vulnerability & Compliance Management: Actively monitor, document, and accurately report Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) compliance. Execute and maintain STIG checklists to ensure all infrastructure meets rigorous hardening standards
• Operational Directives: Rapidly analyze, coordinate, and execute technical actions in response to Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs)
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex system outages. Must be proficient in analyzing network, firewall, and proxy traffic using packet capture (PCAP) tools (e.g., Wireshark) to isolate connectivity issues
• Above-Baseline Software Updates: Perform and validate above-baseline software updates and configurations. Routine, baseline system maintenance and patching are automated via a Managed Service Provider (MSP), allowing this role to focus on high-impact deployment tasks

Scripting & Automation

• Command Line Proficiency: Utilize Azure CLI and PowerShell to query resources, automate repetitive administrative tasks, and streamline cloud operations (Note: Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is not utilized for standard deployments)

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Deep RBAC & Entra ID Expertise: Maintain and troubleshoot identity, access, and directory services utilizing Microsoft Entra ID
• Complex Group Authorization: Demonstrate a deep conceptual understanding of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), security groups, and nested permission structures. Candidates must be able to navigate and troubleshoot complex environments where roles are dynamically mapped to security groups through custom, obfuscated web application authorization systems

Operations & Professional

• Service Desk Integration: Manage, document, and resolve technical issues systematically through an enterprise ticketing system/service desk
• Communication & Collaboration: Deliver clear, concise, and professional technical communications within the team and directly to end-users/customers

Requirements & Certifications

• Clearance: Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• Core Certifications: Must possess Security+ (or equivalent IAT Level II certification) AND a relevant cloud environment certification (e.g., AZ-104 Azure Administrator, SC-300 Identity and Access Administrator, or equivalent) or 5 years relevant experience

T2S Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability