Cloud Systems Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Cloud Systems Administrator with Security Clearance
Cloud Systems Administrator (TS/SCI)

Location:

Arlington, VA
Clearance:
Active TS/SCI required Apply Now!
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Brenton Anderson
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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, Cloud Watch)
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, Power Shell)

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 Sys Ops Administrator or similar cloud certification The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.

This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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