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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Systems Engineer / Administrator - AWS - **Company:** Staffed4U LLC - **Location:** Hanover, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, JIRA, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Windows PowerShell, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Servicenow - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9122104/cloud-systems-engineer-administrator-aws ## About the Role The ideal candidate has strong experience across Windows Server environments, Active Directory, AWS, and security-focused operations, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, DevOps-oriented, ticket-driven environment., Active TS/SCI clearance Security+ certification (DoD 8570 compliant) 5-7+ years of experience in systems administration and/or engineering roles Strong expertise in: Windows Server (2019/2022) Active Directory (design, GPO, replication, access control) PowerShell scripting and automation Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, etc.) Experience with STIGs, RMF, and security compliance frameworks Experience using ServiceNow and Jira in operational environments Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing), Experience supporting Department of Defense or other federal environments Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure automation tools Exposure to hybrid cloud environments and migration efforts ## Description Our client is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Systems Engineer / Administrator to support and enhance mission-critical infrastructure across both Windows enterprise environments and AWS cloud platforms. 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