AWS Systems Administrator

Crimson Phoenix

$120K — $149K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in cloud administration
  • Bachelor's Degree in Technical field (e.g., IT, IS, CS)
  • DoD 8140.01 / DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance with ability to obtain a CI Poly within 6 months
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Manage AWS resources: Provision and configure EC2, EBS, VPCs, security groups, and IAM roles.
  • Monitor system performance: Identify and troubleshoot performance metrics and issues.
  • Maintain system security: Implement best practices for access control and data protection.
  • Automate tasks: Use scripting languages and AWS tools to streamline administration.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues: Address technical problems with AWS infrastructure.
  • Implement backups: Ensure reliable backup and recovery for AWS resources.
  • Stay current with AWS technologies: Keep updated on AWS services and best practices.
  • Collaborate with teams: Coordinate with development, operations, and security teams for smooth operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Wellness and work-life benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are 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.


Required Skills

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 Details

This position has an anticipated salary range of $120,000-$149,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, education, certifications, and business needs. Crimson Phoenix offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, company-paid life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, employee recognition programs, and additional wellness and work-life benefits.

U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance may be required for certain positions.

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