Cloud Systems Administrator

ResponsibilitiesCloud Systems Administrator (CSA2)Location: Annapolis Junction, MDPeraton is seeking a skilled Cloud Systems Administrator to support our mission-driven Cyber platform team. In this role, you’ll help sustain and optimize a cloud-based enterprise platform built with Java and Free and Open-Source Software technologies including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo—enabling execution of data-intensive analytics on managed infrastructure.As a Cloud Systems Administrator, you will be part of the Operations Team responsible for maintaining day-to-day platform stability, supporting customer operations, and troubleshooting technical issues across complex Linux-based environments. This is an on-call position that provides Tier 1 through Tier 3 operational support.You will work in a fast-paced technical environment where attention to detail, proactive task management, and the ability to independently diagnose operational issues are essential to mission success.What You’ll DoSupport daily operations of cloud-based analytic platformsProvide Tier 1–3 support for infrastructure and system-level issuesTroubleshoot operational issues within Linux environmentsManage RedHat/CentOS provisioning using kickstartPerform Linux/Unix networking analysis using tools such as nmap and tcpdumpSupport DNS administration including hosts files and DHCPAssist with containerized and distributed platform technologiesCollaborate with engineering teams to resolve system performance issuesSupport on-call operational requirementsTechnologies You May Work WithDockerKubernetesHadoop / HDFSPrometheusGrafanaSalt / AnsibleOpenStackAWSPython / Bash scriptingJIRAPeraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.#MPOJobs #AJCM #PeratonRoyalMove#MDFSPQualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline and a minimum of 3 years of experience in software development or engineering; ORMaster’s degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline and a minimum of 1 year of experience in software development or engineering; ORA minimum of 7 years of experience in software development or engineering in lieu of a degree.Qualifying experience must include requirements analysis, software development, installation, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, or problem diagnosis and resolutionDegrees in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar technical disciplines will be considered.Active TS/SCI clearance with current Polygraph is required.8570 IAT Level I or higher (preferably Security+) is required.Desired Certifications (One of the Following)AWS Certified Developer – AssociateAWS DevOps Engineer – ProfessionalCertified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)Cloud certification will be verified during the interview or offer process.Peraton OverviewPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-164034Position Category: Information TechnologyClearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly