AWS System Administrator

D2 Technical Services

$130K — $140K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in system administration.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Technical field (IT, Information Systems, Computer Science).
  • DoD 8140.01 / DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification required.
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance (with CI Poly within 6 months of start date).
  • US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Provision, configure, and manage AWS resources like EC2 and VPCs.
  • Monitor system performance, identify issues, and implement solutions.
  • Enforce security best practices, including access control and data encryption.
  • Automate tasks using scripting languages and AWS tools.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to AWS infrastructure.
  • Maintain backup and recovery procedures for AWS resources.
  • Stay updated on the latest AWS services and features.
  • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams.

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching contributions.
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  • Referral bonuses and professional development reimbursement.
Full Job Description
**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**

The D2 team is looking for an AWS System Administrator to work on Enterprise Cross-Domain Systems and associated projects. These systems provide reliable data transfers between domains for general users and programs. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and maintenance of our AWS infrastructure. You will ensure the availability, performance, and security of our cloud-based systems and applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage AWS resources: Provision, configure, and manage AWS resources such as EC2 instances, EBS volumes, VPCs, security groups, and IAM roles.
  • Monitor system performance: Monitor system performance metrics, identify and troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain system security: Implement and enforce security best practices, including access control, data encryption, and vulnerability management.
  • Automate tasks: Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and AWS tools (e.g., AWS CLI, CloudFormation).
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues: Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to AWS infrastructure and applications.
  • Implement and maintain backups: Implement and maintain backup and recovery procedures for AWS resources.
  • Stay current with AWS technologies: Keep abreast of the latest AWS services, features, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with teams: Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Qualifications:

Required:
  • 4-6 years of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Technical field (i.e. Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science)
  • DoD 8140.01 / DoD 8570.01-M.IAT Level II Certification
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance (must obtain a CI Poly within 6 months of start date) (US Citizenship required)

Additional Information
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $130-140k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

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