About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated Cloud System Administrator to support the deployment, administration, and maintenance of cloud-based infrastructure and applications in a secure environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong Linux administration skills and experience working with containerized applications, automation tools, and cloud technologies.
clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform Linux system administration tasks, including system monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Remotely connect to Linux systems using SSH to perform administrative and support functions.
- Install, configure, and maintain software packages using RPM and YUM package management tools.
- Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications utilizing Docker and Kubernetes.
- Configure and support Traefik ingress controllers and related networking components.
- Gather system status, performance metrics, and health information from Linux-based environments.
- Develop, implement, and maintain automation solutions using Ansible.
- Deploy and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation.
- Install, configure, and maintain applications using Helm charts within Kubernetes environments.
- Support cloud operations, system upgrades, security patching, and configuration management activities.
- Collaborate with software engineers, DevOps teams, and system administrators to ensure reliable and scalable cloud services.
- Troubleshoot system, application, and infrastructure issues to maintain operational availability.
Required:
- Experience with eVo
- Experience with CoDE
- Experience with WandS
- Experience administering Linux operating systems
- Experience with Docker
- Experience deploying and managing applications using Helm Charts
- Experience with Ansible automation and configuration management
- Knowledge of AWS CloudFormation
- Experience with Terraform
- Experience with Kubernetes
- Experience with Traefik
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-focused environment
Desired:
- Experience supporting cloud-native applications in AWS environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
- Experience monitoring and logging cloud-based systems
- Understanding of networking, security, and access management concepts within cloud environments
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant cloud, Linux, or Kubernetes certifications are a plus.