Cloud Systems Administrator

*Active Secret Clearance required for consideration* Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support a US Government RDT&E program . This position is a full-time, onsite role in San Diego, CA . This position is critical in designing, securing, and deploying a cloud-based networked environment supporting research, development, testing, and evaluation initiatives. As a Cloud Systems Administrator , you will play a pivotal role in architecting and delivering secure, scalable AWS-based solutions within a high-stakes government environment, working alongside a small, highly skilled team of engineers to build and deploy innovative cloud capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Design, secure, and deploy cloud-native solutions in AWS (single and multi-cloud environments). Build and manage serverless architectures using AWS Lambda, IAM roles, and triggers defined via CloudFormation (IaC). Develop and maintain cloud automation scripts using Python, Bash, Ansible, YAML, JSON, and JavaScript. Engineer and manage containerized environments using Docker, Kubernetes, AWS EKS/ECS, and Red Hat OpenShift. Support automated CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and application deployments. Collaborate across teams in a matrixed organization to deliver integrated solutions. Work effectively under deadlines while managing multiple concurrent technical efforts. Present findings, audit results, and remediation strategies to stakeholders and leadership. Ensure compliance with RMF cybersecurity standards, including DISA STIGs, ACAS, and SCAP tools. Requirements: Active Secret Clearance (required) 3+ years of AWS experience 3+ years of Linux administration experience Experience with Red Hat OpenShift environments Working knowledge of Windows systems Certifications (IAT Level II – Required): Both of the following: Security+ CE AWS Certified Developer – Associate Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 *depending on experience* Health, Dental, Vision, Life Paid Holidays PTO Sick Leave as Required By Law Keywords: IAT Level II, Cloud Engineering, AWS, CloudFormation, Infrastructure as Code, IaC, Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, EKS, ECS, Serverless, AWS Lambda, DevOps, CI/CD, Automation, Python, Bash, Ansible, YAML, JSON, JavaScript, RMF, STIGs, ACAS, SCAP, Cybersecurity Compliance, Linux Administration, Windows Systems, Cloud Security, Government Cloud, RDT&E, Containerization, DevSecOps, security+ #J-18808-Ljbffr