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System Admin/Engr II - AMZ9802315

Reading, MA · On-site

$135K - $160K/yr

AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC Offered Position: System Admin/Engr II Job Location: North Reading, Massachusetts Job Number: AMZ9802315 Position Responsibilities: Support and guide installation of robotic ...

Stem Xpert

Web Developer/Web Admin

Waltham, MA · On-site +1

Work with IT system administrators to maintain a multi-region, auto-scaling hosting environment within the Amazon AWS cloud infrastructure Qualifications * Expert level HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript ...

TEKsystems

Support Engineer II

Boston, MA

$30 - $33/hr

Microsoft MCSE, MCITP Systems Administrator (Active Directory) * Bachelor's degree in Computer ... Provide basic technical support to Amazon Corporate employees worldwide. * Research, resolve, and ...

TEKsystems

Support Engineer II

Boston, MA

$30 - $33/hr

... MCITP Systems Administrator (Active Directory) • Bachelor's degree in Computer science or IT ... Amazon's IT Support is the first point of contact for technical support service requests. Our ...

Jobsbridge

DevOps Engineer

Boston, MA

$57.25 - $78.50/hr

... cloud, big data and Internet of Things systems in a fast-paced, agile environment. Key ... and administer authentication with various identity providers - Implement security policies ...

Leader Bank

DevOps Engineer

Arlington, MA · On-site

$112K - $125K/yr

Build, administer, and optimize Amazon EKS clusters and containerized workloads to support modern ... Automate operational processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and system resilience.

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How much do amazon system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for amazon system administrator in Boston, MA is $96,599.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Amazon system administrator?

An Amazon System Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). They ensure system performance, security, and reliability by configuring servers, monitoring resources, and troubleshooting issues. Their role also includes automating tasks using scripts, managing access controls, and optimizing cloud costs. Strong knowledge of AWS services, networking, and system security is essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Amazon system administrator?

To excel as an Amazon System Administrator, you need a solid understanding of systems administration, networking, cloud infrastructure (especially Amazon Web Services), and experience with operating systems like Linux and Windows. Familiarity with AWS management tools, cloud automation scripts, and certifications such as AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or CompTIA Network+ are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and clear communication abilities are crucial soft skills for this position. These attributes ensure reliable system operations, efficient troubleshooting, and seamless teamwork in dynamic, large-scale environments.

What are some common challenges Amazon system administrators face and how can they prepare for them?

Amazon System Administrators often encounter challenges like managing complex cloud environments, ensuring system security, and responding quickly to unexpected outages or performance issues. Staying current with AWS updates and best practices, as well as building strong troubleshooting and automation skills, can help overcome these challenges. Collaborative work with other IT teams is common, especially when implementing system changes or resolving incidents. Proactively learning and adapting to new tools or procedures will help you stay effective and resilient in this rapidly evolving role.

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Infographic showing various Amazon System Administrator job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 82% In-person, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,599 per year, or $46.4 per hour.

Discovery IT System Administrator (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Contact Government Services, LLC

Boston, MA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Discovery IT System Administrator
Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level
Department: Legal   
 
CGS is seeking a dedicated Discovery IT System Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Discovery IT System Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. 
 
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
 
Skills and attributes for success:
The Contractor shall provide the following services to include but not limited to: 
-         Contractor shall ensure the day-day availability of electronic discovery applications and related tools; 
-         Contractor shall administer and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure, install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools; 
-         Contractor shall monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with vendors and developers to implement fixes; 
-         Contractor shall maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies; 
-         Contractor shall assist technical architecture design discussions; 
-         Contractor shall liaise with vendors on behalf of OGC to address product issues; 
-         Contractor shall develop and provide training for the end-users; 
-         Contractor shall provide general support, subject matter expertise and advice on the use of electronic discovery tools and applications; 
-         Contractor shall reverse engineer and document the as-is architecture of existing legacy applications or systems; 
-         Contractor shall analyze capabilities, interview and collect business requirements and translate it into technical requirements; 
-         Contractor shall support the discovery application integration/migration activities; 
-         Contractor shall contribute to the Knowledge Management databases by creating and improving technical knowledge articles to assist in future resolution of issues; 
-         Contractor shall have legal technology experience and knowledge of the EDRM; 
-         Contractor shall assist in the implementation of e-discovery tools ( i.e. Relativity, Veritas eDP, or other review platform applications hosted in the cloud environment; 
-         Contractor shall have the skills, knowledge and abilities to support backend infrastructure, data migrations, application installation, management and configuration; 
-         Contractor shall have the ability to install, operate, and manage Microsoft server 2019/2022 and Microsoft SQL Server 2019/2022; 
-         Contractor shall have ability to operate, and manage cloud technologies to include Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, VMware, Azure servers, Azure Functions, and Azure API Gateways and/or AWS EC2 servers, AWS Lambda and AWS API Gateways; 
-         Contractor shall have ability to operate and manage relational databases, MySQL and/or SQL Server 2012 or higher.   
 
 
Our Commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
 
For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
 
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
-         Health, Dental, and Vision
-         Life Insurance
-         401k
-         Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
-         Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
 
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
 
Join our team and become part of government innovation!
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/
For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: info@cgsfederal.com
 
 
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