Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

PTFS is looking for a talented Systems Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and overall system reliability and performance in our AWS, Azure, and on-premises environments.

Responsibilities:

- Design, build, and manage infrastructure on AWS, Azure, and on-premises, including networks, Virtual Machines, databases, etc.
- Advanced Linux and Windows system administration and troubleshooting tasks.
- Monitor system health, performance metrics, and logs to ensure optimal functioning.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the infrastructure and deployment pipelines.
- Collaborate with software engineers to ensure infrastructure meets application requirements.
- Continuously improve infrastructure reliability, efficiency, monitoring, and deployments.
- Keep up to date with latest technologies and best practices
- Position is on-site 3 days per week. Support on call, weekend and off hours work as needed.

Mandatory Requirements:

- 5+ years' experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role.
- Deep knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS with working experience using EC2, ECS, RDS, VPC, S3 and other services.
- Strong Linux administration.
- Ability to collaborate with development teams and align technology with business goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field desired.

Preferred Requirements:

- Experience administering Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy.
- Experience administering on-premises virtualization technologies.

- Eligibility to secure a clearance is a plus.

Benefits:

• 15 days paid time off per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) Plan with matching
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Gym in the Rockville, MD office
• Social gatherings throughout the year
• Referral Bonuses