Intermediate AWS Cloud System Operations Administrator

Semper Valens Solutions•Lackland Air Force Base, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The AWS Cloud Systems Operations Administrator deploys, manages, and operates workloads on AWS while implementing security controls and compliance requirements. The role defines requirements, creates functional models, and develops architectural processes. It also optimizes system operations using tools such as Kubernetes and Docker and ensures cloud services align with security protocols and standards. The administrator provides subject matter proficiency and analytical support for process improvement, specialized studies, and requirements definition. The position is full-time in San Antonio, Texas, and requires a TS/SCI clearance.

Requirements

Seven years of overall experience in one or more of the listed functional areas; a master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
Seven years of IT systems administration experience with both Microsoft and Linux platforms.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Proficiency with maintenance processes on AWS cloud infrastructure, including patching, STIG, and upgrades.
Demonstrated system administration experience or training managing and operating workloads on AWS systems.
Demonstrated system administration support and management experience related to Amazon EKS.
Demonstrated system administration experience supporting development and test teams in AWS, with applied understanding of Kubernetes and traditional RHEL servers.
Kubernetes CKA certification and/or training, plus one year of applied experience on containerized platforms.
At least two trainings or certifications from the listed options, and at least one year of applied experience with container orchestration and/or application deployment. Two years of proven relevant experience may substitute as applicable to each certification.
IAT II certification.
TS/SCI clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Security+ certification is desired.
At least two trainings or certifications from: AWS Cloud Practitioner (Foundational), AWS SysOps Administrator (Associate), Operating a Production Kubernetes Cluster, Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or RH294: RHEL Linux Automation with Ansible.

Responsibilities

Deploy, manage, and operate workloads on AWS.
Implement security controls and compliance requirements.
Define requirements, create functional models, and develop architectural processes.
Optimize system operations using AWS tools such as Kubernetes and Docker.
Ensure cloud services align with security protocols and standards.
Provide subject matter proficiency and analytical support for process improvement, specialized studies, and requirements definition.
Maintain AWS cloud infrastructure, including patching, STIG, and upgrade processes.
Administer Microsoft and Linux platforms, Amazon EKS, Kubernetes-based containerized platforms, and traditional RHEL servers.
Support development and test teams in AWS.