Senior Systems Administrator, Edifecs

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Senior Systems Administrator managing secure AWS infrastructure, operating systems, and server modernization for SAIC’s defense and mission technology solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform high-level, day-to-day operational maintenance, support, and upgrades for complex operating systems and server hardware
  • Coordinate, direct, and perform complex software installations and operating-system and layered-software upgrades
  • Schedule installations and upgrades according to established IT procedures
  • Monitor and tune multiple systems to achieve optimum performance
  • Develop and implement system-backup and database-archive schedules to ensure data/media recoverability
  • Plan and implement server modernization
  • Develop, implement, and promote standard operating procedures and schedules
  • Conduct hardware and software audits of workstations and servers for compliance with standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
  • Develop and implement new standards, policies, and procedures
  • Collaborate with Network and Systems Analysts to determine and develop systems for implementation
  • Lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior administrators and IT staff
  • Manage and contribute to multiple projects while ensuring timely completion and quality results

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • Eight (8) years or more experience
  • Minimum of 8 or more years of experience in system administration, with a focus on cloud infrastructure
  • Proven track record of managing and maintaining complex AWS environments
  • Hands-on experience with both Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems
  • Strong proficiency in AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, IAM, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and Networking
  • Experience with AWS security practices and services such as AWS IAM and AWS WAF
  • Experience designing, deploying, and managing scalable and secure AWS cloud infrastructure
  • Proficiency managing AWS networking components including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and NACLs
  • Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell scripting
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as AWS CloudFormation or AWS CDK
  • Experience with AWS monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Config
  • Ability to troubleshoot and optimize AWS instances and services for performance
  • Knowledge of AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2
  • Experience implementing encryption, key management, and data protection mechanisms within AWS
  • Experience with AWS database services such as Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, and Aurora
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, ECS, and EKS
  • US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Advanced AWS certifications are preferred
  • Edifecs certification is a plus
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal, written communication, prioritization, time-management, attention-to-detail, mentoring, leadership, documentation, and project-management abilities
  • Willingness to be on-call for emergency support and maintenance
  • Commitment to staying current with emerging AWS technologies and industry trends

Benefits:

  • 100% remote work
  • Equal Opportunity Employer