Senior Cloud Systems Engineer - Remote (AWS/Azure)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer for a 100% remote U.S.-based position within the Veterans Affairs portfolio. The role focuses on operational support of cloud-based applications and large-scale production systems, requiring strong Linux/Unix and Windows skills, scripting (Python, Bash/PowerShell), and infrastructure-as-code expertise.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, implement continuous improvement, manage system documentation, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience with SQL query and monitoring
• Experience with large-scale production systems
• Security best practices for production systems
• US citizenship and ability to obtain clearance

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level operational support of complex application cloud systems
• Develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope
• Document problems and maintain logs
• Work with customers in day-to-day activities
• Respond to user calls regarding hardware and software problems
• Maintain system assets and inventories
• Ensure compliance with VA security policies
• Provide documentation and training as assigned

Skills

AWS

Azure

Linux/Unix

Windows

Python

Bash/PowerShell

CI/CD

Git

CloudWatch

DynaTrace/ScienceLogic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

SaltStack

GitHub Actions

AWS CodeBuild

CodeDeploy

CloudFormation

Job description

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer for a 100% remote U.S.-based position within the Veterans Affairs portfolio. The role focuses on operational support of cloud-based applications and large-scale production systems, requiring strong Linux/Unix and Windows skills, scripting (Python, Bash/PowerShell), and infrastructure-as-code expertise.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, implement continuous improvement, manage system documentation, and