Senior Cloud System Administrator

Senior Cloud System Administrator | Annapolis Junction, MD | Hybrid This employer is a respected provider of enterprise infrastructure solutions for a global workforce. They are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Senior Cloud System Administrator to join a team supporting critical national defense missions. This role is instrumental in maintaining the backbone platform for enterprise users, contributing to secure and robust IT operations. The Role • Administer and support Windows Server 2019/2022 environments, including Active Directory, DNS, and Certificate Authorities, as well as Windows 10/11 client systems. • Manage and troubleshoot various Linux distributions (RHEL8/9, AmazonLinux 2023) within AWS. • Deploy and maintain robust AWS cloud environments while supporting existing on-premises server infrastructure. • Develop and implement automation scripts using SaltStack, Ansible, Bash, and Python for streamlined infrastructure processes. • Collaborate with development teams on auto-scaled software deployments and CI/CD pipelines. • Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot core AWS cloud resources such as EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM. What You'll Need • 15+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or Cloud Engineer, or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 5 years of additional experience. • IAT II certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent) is required. • Proficiency in administering Linux operating systems and Windows Server 2022, including Active Directory and networking. • Proven experience as a System Administrator or Cloud Engineer with practical cloud environment knowledge. • Hands-on experience with AWS for infrastructure deployment, management, and troubleshooting. • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. What's On Offer • Opportunity to work on critical national defense missions with a leading enterprise infrastructure provider. • A collaborative team environment focused on innovation and operational stability. • Potential for professional growth and development within a dynamic IT landscape. • Hybrid work model offering a balance between remote and in-office collaboration. Apply via Haystack today!