Windows Engineer, Lead
About The Position
Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced AWS Windows Engineer, Lead with a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI Poly to support Kadiak and its government customer in Vienna, VA. This hybrid position requires four days onsite and one day telework. The role leads the design, deployment, and management of Windows-based infrastructure in AWS. It combines deep technical expertise with responsibility for guiding and mentoring engineers and promoting best practices and innovation across cloud environments. The position covers Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory and related services, Microsoft 365 administration, patching and vulnerability remediation, AWS workloads and services, cloud infrastructure as code, IAM and security groups, cost optimization, automation, and virtualization. The role also calls for strong leadership, analytical, communication, strategic-thinking, prioritization, and collaboration skills. The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides information for applicants who need an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position. Koniag Government Services supports federal government agencies through enterprise solutions, professional services, and operational management, and describes its culture as agile and focused on exceptional service delivery and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in Windows engineering.
- At least 3 years of hands-on AWS experience.
- At least 2 years in a technical leadership or lead engineer role.
- PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
- Top-Secret security clearance with SCI Poly.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four additional years of related experience.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Collaborative mindset focused on delivering business value.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft certifications such as MCSE, Azure Hybrid Administrator, or equivalent.
- AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect Associate or Professional, or SysOps Administrator.
- Familiarity with VMware or virtualization platforms.
- Strong leadership presence and ability to inspire and develop a team.
- Strategic thinking and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, and 2022).
- Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
- Administer Microsoft 365 and related services.
- Perform patching, updates, and vulnerability remediation.
- Troubleshoot complex Windows system issues.
- Build and manage Windows workloads on AWS, including EC2, RDS, and FSx.
- Configure and maintain AWS Directory Service.
- Implement cloud infrastructure using CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Manage IAM roles, policies, and security groups.
- Optimize cloud costs and resource utilization.
- Develop automation using PowerShell and AWS CLI.
- Guide and mentor a team of engineers, promoting best practices and innovation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
