Cloud System Administrator (Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly Required)

A&M Technologies, Inc. (A&M) is a minority-owned small business established in 2014, specializing in providing expert Federal IT support and management services. Our comprehensive offerings include systems integration, IT security, continuity of business operations support, IT infrastructure planning, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems support, business process automation, cloud migration, software engineering, systems engineering, and IT project management. At A&M, we take pride in our diverse and high-performing team. With unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers' success, our practitioners bring unparalleled expertise to every project. Through our collaborative "one-team" approach and technical prowess, we excel in assisting our clients in overcoming their most complex IT challenges. We are seeking an experienced Cloud System Administrator to join our team. This position is located in Herndon, VA and requires an Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain SCI and polygraph. Key Responsibilities Deploy, configure, and sustain cloud-based applications across Windows and Linux environments, utilizing core AWS services (EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS); provision reliable AMIs and manage software installation, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenanceAdminister the organization's financial and business analytics application suite, executing upgrades and fine-tuning configurations to drive operational efficiencyManage daily processing of pay, benefits, time and labor, and job announcement file transfers and batch jobsTroubleshoot and resolve diverse system issues — spanning application errors, PKI failures, security incidents, and batch processing breakdowns — in accordance with established procedures and Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs)Drive automation of mission-critical processes by applying cloud-native tools, application frameworks, operating system capabilities, and custom scriptingEnsure peak system performance, availability, and security through continuous assessment and implementation of innovative, cost-effective technical and cloud solutionsCarry out infrastructure changes — such as storage scaling, load balancing adjustments, and instance resizing — without service interruption or impact to end usersPlan and schedule system maintenance in coordination with customers and program stakeholders to balance operational continuity with necessary infrastructure, application, and security updatesConduct ongoing monitoring of systems, security, and application logs to proactively identify risks and ensure sustained compliance with NIST and IC directivesPartner closely with technical leads to align with and implement industry best practices and evolving standardsExecute routine backup and recovery operations for operating systems, files, and databases; manage user account provisioning and file system administration Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, with 5 years of relevant experienceActive TS/SCI clearance w/CI Poly AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certificationStrong technical background with a thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure, IT security principles, compute, storage, and transportExpertise in Windows and Linux server operating systemsStrong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, organizational, and multi-tasking skills, with a customer-focused approachAbility to work effectively as part of a high-functioning team under the supervision of a technical subject matter expert, as well as independentlyAvailability for after-hours and on-call support, as neededVisual acuity to work on a computer for extended periods, ability to move between workstations, and strong communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues and customers Compensation & Benefits Highlights Target Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000 Competitive salary and benefits packageEmployee referral bonuses of up to $10,000 for eligible hiresAdditional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependentsDeductible reimbursement of up to $1,000 for employee-only coverage and up to $2,000 for family coverage upon meeting plan deductibles Income Protection 100% company-paid short-term disability insurance100% company-paid long-term disability insurance100% company-paid accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insuranceCompany-paid life insurance coverage up to $150,000 Retirement 401(k) plan with immediate vesting upon eligibility. Employees become eligible after six months of servicePre-tax and Roth contribution options availableCompany Match: A&M provides a dollar-for-dollar match on employee contributions up to 6% of eligible compensationNon-Elective Contribution (NEC): A&M provides an additional 6% company contribution to all eligible participants, regardless of employee contributions Paid Time Off Up to 18 days of flexible paid time off (PTO)Additional PTO awarded based on years of service: +2 days after 3 years, +4 days after 6 years, and +7 days after 10 years10 paid holidays annually, including up to four floating holidays Work-Life Balance Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work schedules, based on contract and project requirements Powered by JazzHR