Cloud Engineer/Windows Server Admin
Listed on 2025-12-27
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cloud Computing, IT Support, Cybersecurity
About Us
Radiant Digital, Inc. delivers comprehensive program management, science, engineering, and technology solutions to federal, commercial, state, and local agencies. We support clients such as the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, Voice of America, the FDA, and multiple state agencies nationwide. Our technology support spans numerous organizations worldwide.
Job DescriptionPosition: Cloud Engineer / Windows Server Admin
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid – Local to VA only)
Duration: 6-month contract
Mode of Interview: Web interview
Remote: Must pick up equipment in person
Role Overview: 80% cloud engineering duties and 20% server administration responsibilities.
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies.
- Provide end-user support, system administration, and problem resolution in a mixed Windows Server environment (Server 2016, 2019, 2022).
- Build responsive front-end applications using React, Node.js, and Type Script.
- Develop and maintain cloud-native APIs using AWS API Gateway, Lambda, and Dynamo
DB. - Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning using IaC tools such as Cloud Formation, SAM, and Terraform.
- Implement VPC networking, security groups, IAM best practices, and serverless event-driven architecture.
- Automate tasks using Python and Power Shell scripts.
- Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting using AWS Cloud Watch and Cloud Trail.
- Optimize CI/CD pipelines with Code Build, Code Deploy, and Code Pipeline.
- Collaborate with senior team members and stakeholders to deliver robust cloud-based solutions.
- Contribute to research, development initiatives, and technology skill enhancement programs.
- Intermediate proficiency with the AWS Cloud Platform and standard software engineering best practices.
- Strong experience building full-stack web applications using React, Node.js, Type Script, and serverless back-ends (Lambda, Dynamo
DB). - Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Node.js, Power Shell).
- Solid understanding of version control (Git), Dev Ops practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholder engagement.
- Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated on tech trends.
- Experience in on-prem (Windows Server), cloud, and hybrid infrastructure with a focus on scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
- Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Developer – Associate level.
- Microsoft Server Engineer certifications.
- 10 years of experience with Windows Server Administration (Server 2019 & 2022).
- 6 years of experience with AWS Cloud Platform proficiency.
- Strong experience building full-stack web applications using React, Node.js, Type Script, and serverless back-ends.
- 9 years of experience with scripting languages (Python, Power Shell, Node.js).
- 6 years of experience with Git, Dev Ops practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
Mid‑Senior level
Employment TypeContract
Job FunctionInformation Technology – IT Services and IT Consulting
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