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Pathoras Old Boggart

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Summary/Objective The system administrator provides support to critical systems to ensure computer ... Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) or AWS certification. * Experience writing automation ...

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$72.12 - $110.58/hr

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They are seeking an experienced System Administrator responsible for managing server environments ... AWS / Private Cloud). • Configure and manage Azure and AWS networking components ( NSG, routing ...

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$72.12 - $110.58/hr

As a system administrator on our team, you'll constantly look for ways to make the infrastructure ... Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure * Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions ...

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System Adminstrator

Aurora, CO

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

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Everwatch

System Adminstrator

Aurora, CO

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

As a system administrator on our team, you'll constantly look for ways to make the infrastructure ... Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure * Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions ...

Diaconia

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Loudoun, VA · On-site

Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Windows and Linux server environments . * Manage ... as AWS or Azure when applicable. * Troubleshoot system and network performance issues across ...

Everwatch

System Adminstrator

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

As a system administrator on our team, you'll constantly look for ways to make the infrastructure ... Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure * Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions ...

Everwatch

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Annapolis Junction, MD

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Your combination of people skills and system administrator knowledge makes you the team hero ... Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure * Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions ...

Diaconia LLC

System Administrator

Loudoun, VA

$100K - $120K/yr

Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Windows and Linux server environments . * Manage ... as AWS or Azure when applicable. * Troubleshoot system and network performance issues across ...

Everwatch

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Aurora, CO · On-site

$69.72 - $79.33/hr

Job Title System Administrator Overview EverWatch is a government solutions company providing ... Job Locations US-CO-Aurora Skills IAVA, AWS, Jira, Linux, Windows

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An AWS System Administrator is responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure within the Amazon Web Services (AWS) environment. They ensure system reliability, security, and performance by monitoring resources, implementing best practices, and troubleshooting issues. Their duties often include managing EC2 instances, configuring IAM roles, setting up networking components, and optimizing cost efficiency. Additionally, they may automate tasks using scripts and tools like AWS CLI, CloudFormation, or Terraform. This role is critical for ensuring a secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud infrastructure.

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To thrive as an AWS System Administrator, you need a solid foundation in cloud infrastructure management, networking, security protocols, and proficiency with Amazon Web Services, often supported by a relevant degree and AWS certifications. Familiarity with tools such as AWS EC2, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, as well as automation platforms like CloudFormation or Terraform, is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work seamlessly within cross-functional teams are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure systems are secure, reliable, and efficiently managed within dynamic cloud environments.

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System Administrator

Pathoras Old Boggart

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Summary/Objective

The system administrator provides support to critical systems to ensure computer systems are stable and available when needed. The position is responsible for maintaining current systems, updating baselines with new tools and capabilities, security patching, hardware and software installs, and monitoring.

Essential Functions

  • Experience with Windows and Linux environments.
  • Demonstrated on the job experience with software and hardware updates/installs, backup and restore practices, and O&M.
  • Experience designing and implementing security on computer systems.
  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience developing Linux/Windows system scripts.

Competencies

  • Knowledge of servers and server automation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • Customer/Client Focused.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and network equipment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Regular, predictable on-site attendance is a requirement for this job.

Travel

Travel might be required for meetings and is local during the business day.

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelors in Information Systems, Computer Science, or other technical degree.
  • Five years of on-the-job experience as a Systems Administrator.

Preferred Education & Experience

  • Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) or AWS certification.
  • Experience writing automation scripts.
  • Computer networking.
  • Agile Methodologies.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

TS/SCI with poly.

** Pathoras Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with its obligations under federal law, each company that is a federal contractor or subcontractor is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, disabled individuals, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and other eligible veterans. **

Employment Type: Full-Time

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