Job Requirements
Arlington, VA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph not specified
Career Level not specified
$115,000 - $125,000
Job Description
Cloud Systems Administrator (TS/SCI)
Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
Apply Now!
or
Contact Recruiter: Brenton Anderson
Email: banderson3@kforce.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myitrecruiterbrenton/
Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support a mission-critical federal cybersecurity program delivering rapid, secure, cloud-based environments for incident response and threat hunting operations.
This team plays a vital role in enabling cyber defenders to quickly deploy scalable and secure cloud environments in response to active threats across federal, state, and critical infrastructure organizations. You’ll be directly supporting operations where speed, security, and reliability are critical.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy and configure cloud-based environments within defined timelines
Perform ongoing administration, maintenance, and optimization of cloud systems
Apply updates, patches, and security configurations across infrastructure
Monitor system health, performance metrics, and resource utilization
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time during active operations
Manage cloud resources including compute, storage, networking, and security services
Ensure full functionality of tools, services, and environments during engagements
Maintain system documentation, configurations, and operational records
Execute secure decommissioning and teardown of environments
Support data archival and closeout processes
Implement and maintain continuous monitoring capabilities
Respond to service outages and coordinate recovery efforts
Manage user access, permissions, and identity controls
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain additional federal suitability as required
3+ years of cloud systems administration experience (AWS preferred)
Strong experience with Linux/Unix and Windows server administration
Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, CloudWatch)
Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls)
Familiarity with security best practices and compliance standards
Experience with monitoring and logging tools
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate in fast-paced, mission-critical environments
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting cybersecurity or incident response environments
Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience with backup and disaster recovery processes
Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
OR
High School Diploma with 7+ years of relevant technical experience
Certifications (Preferred)
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or similar cloud certification
Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
Apply Now!
or
Contact Recruiter: Brenton Anderson
Email: banderson3@kforce.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myitrecruiterbrenton/
Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support a mission-critical federal cybersecurity program delivering rapid, secure, cloud-based environments for incident response and threat hunting operations.
This team plays a vital role in enabling cyber defenders to quickly deploy scalable and secure cloud environments in response to active threats across federal, state, and critical infrastructure organizations. You’ll be directly supporting operations where speed, security, and reliability are critical.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy and configure cloud-based environments within defined timelines
Perform ongoing administration, maintenance, and optimization of cloud systems
Apply updates, patches, and security configurations across infrastructure
Monitor system health, performance metrics, and resource utilization
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time during active operations
Manage cloud resources including compute, storage, networking, and security services
Ensure full functionality of tools, services, and environments during engagements
Maintain system documentation, configurations, and operational records
Execute secure decommissioning and teardown of environments
Support data archival and closeout processes
Implement and maintain continuous monitoring capabilities
Respond to service outages and coordinate recovery efforts
Manage user access, permissions, and identity controls
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain additional federal suitability as required
3+ years of cloud systems administration experience (AWS preferred)
Strong experience with Linux/Unix and Windows server administration
Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, CloudWatch)
Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls)
Familiarity with security best practices and compliance standards
Experience with monitoring and logging tools
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate in fast-paced, mission-critical environments
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting cybersecurity or incident response environments
Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience with backup and disaster recovery processes
Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
OR
High School Diploma with 7+ years of relevant technical experience
Certifications (Preferred)
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or similar cloud certification
group id: kforcecx
We offer roles across all three clearance levels: Confidential, Secret and Top Secret. With a Top Secret Facilities clearance, a proven subcontractor track record and a deep understanding of agencies across Defense, Intelligence, Homeland, Justice and Federal Civilian Sectors, Kforce brings more than 20 years of experience to supporting critical missions at federal, state and local levels.
