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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ME00616-Cloud System Administrator 2 - **Company:** Momentum Engineering - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache Accumulo, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Big Data, Unix, CentOS, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Distributed Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, Monitoring of Systems, Issue Tracking Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Diagnostics, Network Service, Nmap, OpenStack, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Prometheus, Tcpdump, Cloud Platform System, Grafana, HybridCloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Free and Open-Source Software, 3-tier Architectures, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** October 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/me00616-cloud-system-administrator-2-annapolis-junction-md--6b25cc29-9e13-442f-8d5f-8d2cd0553708 ## About the Role * Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience * Experience administering Linux operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, or similar distributions * Experience supporting enterprise cloud environments and distributed computing platforms * Experience troubleshooting Linux operating systems, infrastructure, networking, and cloud platform issues * Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes * Experience administering DNS, DHCP, and Linux networking services * Experience developing automation scripts using Python and/or Bash * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently within a fast-paced operational environment while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary technical teams * Ability and willingness to participate in an on-call operational support rotation, * Experience supporting large-scale data analytics platforms utilizing Hadoop, HDFS, or Accumulo * Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or OpenStack * Experience using Prometheus, Grafana, or similar enterprise monitoring and observability platforms * Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Salt or Ansible * Familiarity with Java application environments and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) technologies * Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity or Intelligence Community mission environments * Experience working within Agile or DevSecOps environments * Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment processes * Experience using Jira for issue tracking, incident management, and operational workflow management ## Description Job SummarySeeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support a mission-driven Cyber platform team responsible for sustaining and optimizing enterprise cloud platforms supporting large-scale analytics and mission operationsThe successful candidate will support day-to-day operations of cloud-based environments built on Java and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) technologies, including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and AccumuloThis role is responsible for maintaining platform stability, supporting customer operations, troubleshooting complex Linux-based systems, and ensuring the availability, performance, and security of mission-critical infrastructureThe Cloud Systems Administrator will provide Tier 1 through Tier 3 operational support and participate in an on-call rotation supporting enterprise cloud platforms in a dynamic, high-tempo operational environmentPrimary ResponsibilitiesSupport the daily operations, administration, and sustainment of cloud-based enterprise analytics platformsProvide Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 operational support for cloud infrastructure, operating systems, applications, and distributed platformsMonitor system health, performance, and availability while proactively identifying and resolving operational issuesTroubleshoot Linux operating system, network, application, and infrastructure issues to maintain continuous mission operationsInstall, configure, maintain, and provision Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, and similar Linux environments using Kickstart and automated deployment toolsPerform Linux and UNIX network diagnostics using tools such as nmap, tcpdump, and other troubleshooting utilitiesAdminister and support DNS, DHCP, hosts file management, and related network servicesSupport containerized applications and distributed computing environments utilizing Kubernetes, Docker, Hadoop, and HDFSCollaborate with software engineers, cloud engineers, and infrastructure teams to diagnose and resolve system performance, scalability, and reliability issuesDevelop and maintain automation scripts using Python and Bash to streamline operational tasks and improve system efficiencyUtilize monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana to identify, analyze, and resolve system issuesSupport configuration management and infrastructure automation using tools such as Salt, Ansible, or similar technologiesDocument operational procedures, troubleshooting activities, and system configurations while maintaining accurate technical documentationTrack operational issues, incidents, and change requests using JiraParticipate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after-hours operational support and respond to mission-critical incidentsRequired QualificationsMust have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope PolygraphBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience administering Linux operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, or similar distributionsExperience supporting enterprise cloud environments and distributed computing platformsExperience troubleshooting Linux operating systems, infrastructure, networking, and cloud platform issuesExperience with containerization technologies such as Docker and KubernetesExperience administering DNS, DHCP, and Linux networking servicesExperience developing automation scripts using Python and/or BashStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently within a fast-paced operational environment while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary technical teamsAbility and willingness to participate in an on-call operational support rotationDesired QualificationsExperience supporting large-scale data analytics platforms utilizing Hadoop, HDFS, or AccumuloExperience with cloud platforms such as AWS or OpenStackExperience using Prometheus, Grafana, or similar enterprise monitoring and observability platformsExperience with configuration management and automation tools such as Salt or AnsibleFamiliarity with Java application environments and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) technologiesExperience supporting enterprise cybersecurity or Intelligence Community mission environmentsExperience working within Agile or DevSecOps environmentsFamiliarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment processesExperience using Jira for issue tracking, incident management, and operational workflow managementExempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.