Senior AWS Cloud Systems Administrator

M9 Solutions , San Antonio, TX

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior AWS Cloud Administrator to work on a government contract for a client located in San Antonio, TX. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter proficiency for work described in the task.
• Responsible for providing analytical skills to support process improvement, specialized studies, and definition of requirements.
• Typical duties include analysis, planning, developing requirements documents, building functional models, developing procedures, developing functional architectures, and other related management and technical duties.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• 10+ years of overall experience in one or more of the functional areas listed below.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• 10+ years of IT systems administrative experience with both Microsoft and Linux platforms.
• Proficient understanding of maintenance (patching, STIG, and upgrade processes) on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience and/or training in system administration related to managing and operating workloads on AWS systems.
• Experience deploying, managing, and operating workloads on AWS as well as implementing security controls and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in system administration support and management related to Amazon EKS.
• Familiarity with using both the AWS Management Console and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI).
• Understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework and AWS networking and security services.
• Proficiency in AWS tools such as Kubernetes, EKS, Diode, Lambda, etc., orchestrated/deployed in a cloud environment.
• Demonstrated experience in system administration and supporting development and test teams in AWS, and an applied understanding of Kubernetes and traditional RHEL servers.
• Kubernetes CKA certification and/or training and 2+ years of applied experience on containerized platforms.
• IAT Level II certification.
• 2+ years of applied experience with Container Orchestration and/or application deployment.
• At least 3 of the trainings or certifications listed below is preferred; 4+ years of proven relevant experience may be substituted as applicable to each certification:
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner (Foundational)
  • AWS SysOps Administrator (Associate)
  • Operating a Production Kubernetes Cluster
  • Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
  • RH294: RHEL Linux Automation with Ansible

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to hr@m9solutions.com . If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at hr@m9solutions.com or 703-936-0880 .

With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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