AWS Windows Engineer, Lead

About the role

AWS Windows Engineer, Lead with Top-Secret security clearance supporting Kadiak (a Koniag Government Services company) and its government customer in Vienna, VA. This hybrid role requires 4 days onsite and 1 day telework per week. The position involves leading the design, deployment, and management of Windows-based infrastructure within the AWS cloud ecosystem, mentoring a team of engineers, and driving best practices and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure and maintain Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022)
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
• Administer Microsoft 365 and related services
• Perform patching, updates and vulnerability remediation
• Troubleshoot complex Windows system issues
• Build and manage Windows workloads on AWS (EC2, RDS, FSx)
• Configure and maintain AWS Directory Service
• Implement cloud infrastructure using CloudFormation or Terraform
• Manage IAM roles, policies and security groups
• Optimize cloud costs and resource utilization
• Understanding of security vulnerabilities/compliance
• Develop automation using PowerShell and AWS CLI
• Familiar with VMware or virtualization platforms

Requirements

• Microsoft certifications (MCSE, Azure Hybrid Administrator or equivalent)
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional or SysOps Administrator)
• 5+ years experience in Windows engineering
• 3+ years hands-on AWS experience
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or lead engineer role
• PowerShell scripting and automation
• Familiarity with VMware or virtualization platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience (4+ years)
• Top-Secret security clearance with SCI poly

Skills

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Outstanding communication skills, able to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Collaborative mindset focused on delivering business value

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day telework.