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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # mission-focused and security-cleared Systems Administrator - **Company:** NV5, Inc. - **Location:** Joint Base Andrews, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Audit Trail, User Authentication, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Internet Security, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Content Automation Protocol, Service Pack, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Data Logging, Scripting, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloudformation, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Opsworks, Cloudwatch, Terraform, Splunk, Devsecops, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Elk Stack, Plan of Action and Milestones - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/systems-administrator-aws-govcloud-dod-classified-environments-md--f889259a-0880-4e3d-bd47-787eb8647958 ## About the Role * Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret or TS/SCI, * Active DoD Secret Clearance(TS/SCI preferred). * IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP+, CISSP). * 3+ years of hands-on systems administration experience, with experience managing secure workloads in AWS GovCloud. * Working knowledge of AWS GovCloud services, including EC2, IAM, S3, RDS, VPC, CloudWatch, and KMS. * Proficiency in Windows Server environments. * Understanding of DoD cybersecurity requirements including RMF, DISA STIGs, and NIST 800-53 control families. * Automation experience with scripting and IaC tools (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell, Terraform, CloudFormation). * Experience with centralized logging, monitoring, and alerting in AWS environments. * Excellent documentation, communication, and troubleshooting skills. Preferred (in addition to requirements): * Experience with IL5/IL6 workloads or classified enclaves in AWS GovCloud. * Familiarity with AWS Organizations, Service Control Policies (SCPs), in classified environments. * Knowledge of CCRI, or experience working with DISA and other government assessment teams. * Exposure to DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD tools, and containerized deployments (e.g., ECS, EKS). Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening., Access Control, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Authentication, Background Investigation, Bash Scripting, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Diversity, DoD Secret Clearance, Documentation, Geographic Information System Software, Government, Identify Issues, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Investment Strategy, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Windows Server, Military/DoD Standards, Project Management Professional (PMP), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Patches, Splunk, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Top Secret Clearance, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell ## Description We are seeking a mission-focused and security-cleared Systems Administrator with deep experience in AWS GovCloud (US) to support classified Department of Defense (DoD) cloud infrastructure. The successful candidate will architect, manage, secure, and maintain resilient systems and services operating within AWS GovCloud, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations and security frameworks., * Administer and maintain AWS GovCloud (US) infrastructure supporting DoD classified workloads at IL4/IL5/IL6 levels. * Ensure full compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards including RMF, DISA STIGs, FedRAMP High, and NIST SP 800-53 controls. * Design and manage EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, VPC configurations, and other AWS GovCloud services in classified environments. * Implement and enforce Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles within AWS environments, including robust IAM, multi-factor authentication, and role-based access control. * Manage system patching, backups, logging, and compliance scans using SCAP, ACAS, and other DoD-approved tools. * Collaborate with Information Assurance teams to support ATO (Authority to Operate) packages, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and continuous monitoring activities. * Implement logging and alerting using CloudWatch, AWS Config, and Security Hub, integrating with SIEM tools like Splunk or ELK stack as needed. * Provide Tier 3 support for escalated infrastructure issues; perform root cause analysis and contribute to incident response as required. * Maintain detailed documentation, diagrams, and SOPs for all AWS GovCloud system operations. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)