Senior Cloud Systems Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Cloud Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Location: Annapolis Junction

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Senior Cloud System Engineer to join our team in Hanover, MD. The 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 Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information or related Engineering degree. An 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Proficiency with automation and configuration management tools like AWS Packer, AWS Cloud Formation, and Ansible.

* Experience with monitoring and security tools such as Splunk and Bigfix.

* Familiarity with Dev Ops tools like Git Lab and Git Lab 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.