Cloud System Administrator

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Cloud System Administrator to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Our team delivers enterprise infrastructure capabilities for a global workforce performing a wide range of missions in defense of our Nation. This effort supports the Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) organization, which oversees MPO's Enterprise Information Technology (EIT)-the backbone platform for all enterprise users.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage and maintain server infrastructure in a hybrid environment (on-premises and AWS cloud). 
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux (Amazon Linux 2023, RHEL 8/9) and Windows Server (2016/2022) systems. 
• Configure and manage core services such as Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy. 
• Utilize automation and scripting tools like Salt, BASH, Python, and Ansible to streamline operations. 
• Support and maintain security posture by addressing IAVAs and ensuring compliance with security standards. 
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex technical issues. 
• Collaborate with other teams to design, implement, and maintain system solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• 14+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or Cloud Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline: and additional 5 years of related experience might be substituted for a degree
• Must hold an IAT II certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent). If you don't have this, you'll be required to obtain it within 60 days of your program start date.
• AWS and other cloud technologies.
• Amazon Linux 2023, Linux RHEL 8/9, Windows Server 2016/2022.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with automation and configuration management tools like AWS Packer, AWS CloudFormation, and Ansible.
• Experience with monitoring and security tools such as Splunk and Bigfix.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools like GitLab and GitLab CI/CD.
• Experience in data flow management using NiFi.
• Experience with Windows-specific services, including IIS, certificate services, and federated services.
• Strong background in security compliance and IAVA remediation.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate must be able to move, carry, and deliver workstations from the office to customer desks
• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual meetings, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.