Cloud Systems Administrator

CACI•Scott AFB, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a fast-paced Agile development program as a key member of our Platform Team. In this role, you’ll help maintain critical systems within an AWS cloud environment, ensuring multiple servers and applications remain secure, highly available, and optimized for daily use. You’ll tackle meaningful technical challenges, contribute to modernization efforts, and continually grow your skills across diverse systems and technologies. Opportunity Work in a mission-driven Agile environment supporting high‑visibility platforms Grow your expertise across cloud infrastructure, automation, security, and DevOps Collaborate closely with application, data, and cybersecurity teams Shape the reliability, scalability, and security posture of a major AWS ecosystem Contribute to upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives

Requirements

Active Secret Clearance
5+ years of experience as a System Administrator, Cloud Administrator, or similar role
Experience managing servers, networks, patching, and cloud/virtual environments
Hands‑on experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Relevant professional certifications or technical training

Nice To Haves

Production Kubernetes / Amazon EKS experience
Familiarity with Active Directory and identity federation
Experience with STIGs, security patching, and IL4/IL5 environments
Scripting skills (Shell, Perl, PowerShell) and automation tooling
Terraform expertise (modules, state mgmt, reusable IaC) and Ansible knowledge
Knowledge of observability/logging platforms (Splunk, CloudWatch)

Responsibilities

Install, configure, deploy, and maintain servers, applications, and software
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot production issues
Ensure infrastructure security, efficiency, and overall system health
Operate within a SAFe delivery model, partnering with cross‑functional teams
Support IaaS, IaC, networking, and firewall components
Perform system upgrades, IAVA patching, and ensure STIG compliance
Troubleshoot outages and implement root‑cause resolutions
Manage AWS resources and optimize cloud environments
Maintain strong security practices including access controls, backups, and firewalls
Build and maintain internal technical documentation, runbooks, and IT policies