[Hiring] Senior Systems Administrator @SAIC

Role Description

SAIC is searching for a Senior level System Administrator who performs high-level, day-to-day operational maintenance, support, and upgrades for complex operating systems and server hardware to join our VA team. This is a 100% Remote role.

• Coordinates, directs and performs complex software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages.
• Schedules installations and upgrades and maintains them in accordance with established IT procedures.
• Continually monitors and tunes multiple systems to achieve optimum performance levels.
• Ensures data/media recoverability by developing and implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.
• Plans and implements the modernization of servers.
• Develops, implements and promotes standard operating procedures and schedules.
• Conducts hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
• Develops and implements new standards, policies and procedures.
• Works closely with Network and Systems Analysts to help determine and develop the systems that will be implemented.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and eight (8) years or more experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are preferred.
• Edifecs certification a plus.
• Minimum of 8 or more years of experience in system administration, with a focus on cloud infrastructure.
• Proven track record of managing and maintaining complex AWS environments.
• Hands-on experience with both Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, IAM, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and Networking.
• Experience with AWS security practices and services (e.g., AWS IAM, AWS WAF).
• Experience designing, deploying, and managing scalable and secure AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Proficient in setting up and managing AWS networking components (VPCs, subnets, security groups, NACLs).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automating AWS tasks.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation or AWS CDK.
• Experience with AWS monitoring and logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config).
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize AWS instances and services for performance.
• Knowledge of AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2).
• Implementation of encryption, key management, and data protection mechanisms within AWS.
• Experience with AWS database services (e.g., Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeDeploy, AWS CodePipeline) and practices.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, ECS, EKS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure system stability, security, and data integrity.
• Capability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior administrators and IT staff.
• Ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency support and maintenance when required.
• Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging AWS technologies and industry trends.
• Edifecs experience a plus.

Clearance Requirement

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.