AWS Cloud Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/Polygraph

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cloud: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux, Server Management, System Integration, Unix

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an AWS Cloud Systems Engineer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an AWS Cloud Systems Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a an AWS Cloud Systems Engineer joining our highly skilled team to be a premier provider of cyber security services to the customer.  We provide consummate cyber security risk management “as a service” platform across multiple fabrics and centers.  We have responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide the client with necessary timeliness, accuracy and security of information demanded from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change – join us!

This engineer will work with a team of technical professionals to ensure the maintenance and operational efficiency of custom software baseline and server hardware in data centers. The role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading physical server infrastructure. The work will be carried out in an agile environment, requiring exceptional flexibility and technical skills to adapt to dynamic requirements and multiple stakeholders.

HOW AWS CLOUD SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Maintain, troubleshoot custom Software Baseline based on Scientific Linux and Red Hat Linux.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade server hardware to ensure operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with technical teams to set up and maintain development, testing, and production environments.
• Monitor server performance, implement improvements, and develop maintenance schedules.
• Provide technical support, document activities, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Participate in on-call support as needed for after-hours issues.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)
• Required Experience: 10+ yrs
• Required Technical Skills:
• Proficient in Linux/Unix systems administration.
• Extensive knowledge of physical server management and troubleshooting.
• Experience with environment and server layout and configuration maintenance to industry standards.
• Ability to develop and follow maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Strong understanding of large-scale system integration.
• Experience with scripting to automate routine maintenance and operational tasks.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Desired Skills:
• Experience with AWS Cloud infrastructure and AWS CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of cloud application architecture (AWS/Azure).
• Experience with cloud environment automation and monitoring.
• Knowledge of cross-domain solutions server TS, Secret and UNCLASS Fabrics
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
• Location: Bethesda, MD - On Customer Site

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from.
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.

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The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

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