Web Services Administrator

Web Services Administrator [Remote]

Clearance: Active Secret

About the Opportunity

We're looking for a skilled Web Services Administrator to join a dynamic IT team supporting enterprise-level web infrastructure. In this role, you'll be responsible for the administration, performance, and security of web servers, applications, and related services that keep our organization running. You'll work across a broad technology stack, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and play a key role in ensuring high availability and optimal performance of mission-critical web environments.

Job Requirements:

What You'll Do

Web Server Administration & Operations

• Install, configure, and maintain web servers and related software (e.g., IIS, Apache, Nginx) across development, staging, and production environments
• Monitor web services, application performance, and server health to ensure maximum uptime and responsiveness
• Manage SSL/TLS certificates, domain configurations, and DNS records to ensure secure and reliable web service delivery
• Perform scheduled maintenance, patching, and upgrades with minimal disruption to end users

Security & Compliance

• Implement and enforce web security best practices, including hardening configurations, managing access controls, and applying security patches
• Monitor for vulnerabilities, respond to security incidents, and coordinate remediation efforts with cybersecurity teams
• Ensure web services comply with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular audits of web service configurations and access logs

Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve complex web service issues, including latency, availability, and configuration problems
• Perform load balancing, caching, and tuning to optimize web application delivery and user experience
• Conduct root cause analysis on outages or degraded performance and implement preventive measures
• Collaborate with application developers and infrastructure teams to resolve integration and compatibility issues

Cloud & Modern Infrastructure

• Administer cloud-hosted web services across platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Support containerized web application deployments using Docker or Kubernetes
• Assist in the migration of on-premises web services to cloud-based infrastructure
• Evaluate and recommend new web technologies, frameworks, and hosting solutions

Automation & Documentation

• Develop and maintain scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate routine administration tasks, deployments, and monitoring
• Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, runbooks, SOPs, and architecture diagrams
• Manage configuration through infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible where applicable

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a technical resource for internal teams, providing guidance on web service capabilities, limitations, and best practices
• Translate technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in change management processes, including change requests, approvals, and post-implementation reviews
• Provide Tier II/III support for web service-related incidents and escalations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• 4-6 years of experience in web services administration, systems administration, or a closely related IT role
• Hands-on experience with web server platforms such as IIS, Apache, or Nginx
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and Active Directory
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals - DNS, TCP/IP, HTTP/S, load balancing, and firewalls
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and cloud-hosted web services
• Solid scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for web application deployment
• Knowledge of web application firewalls (WAF) and DDoS mitigation strategies
• Experience in a federal, defense, or highly regulated industry environment
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+, or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator

Why Join Us

This is more than a maintenance role - you'll be a key contributor to the design, security, and evolution of web infrastructure that real people depend on. If you're someone who takes pride in clean configurations, proactive monitoring, and systems that just work, we'd love to talk.

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