Cloud Systems Administrator TSSCI wPoly

Cloud Systems Administrator 2

Annapolis Junction MD

At Peraton we deliver trusted innovative solutions that protect and advance national security. This is your opportunity to support mission-critical systems that make a real difference across the Intelligence Community.

We are seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support large-scale cloud-based repositories used by thousands of mission users. This role operates in a fast-paced operational environment where performance reliability and security are critical.

What Youll Do:

• Monitor system health and performance across cloud-based environments
• Troubleshoot and resolve system network and data flow issues in real time
• Support and maintain large-scale Hadoop and Accumulo clusters
• Perform Linux systems administration in a dynamic operational environment
• Develop and maintain scripts using Bash and/or Python
• Execute system patching upgrades and configuration management
• Support storage systems and ensure data integrity
• Interface with hardware network and infrastructure teams to resolve issues
• Administer user accounts and enforce access controls
• Ensure system security requirements are met and maintained
• Participate in engineering discussions and continuous system improvements
• Provide after-hours on-call support as required

Key Technologies & Skills:

• Linux Systems Administration: RedHat CentOS or similar
• Big Data Platforms: Hadoop Accumulo or large distributed systems
• Scripting: Bash and/or Python
• Configuration Management: Puppet or similar tools
• Monitoring & Operations: Experience troubleshooting system alerts and outages
• Collaboration: Ability to work across multi-disciplinary technical teams
• Mission Focus: Comfortable operating in a high-tempo evolving environment

Why Join Peraton

At Peraton youll support critical national security missions while working alongside highly skilled technical teams. We provide opportunities to grow your expertise in cloud and large-scale data systems contribute to real-world mission outcomes and advance your career in a meaningful way.

Our benefits include:

• Heavily subsidized medical coverage (including dependents)
• 25 days PTO with generous carryover
• Competitive compensation and bonus eligibility
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline and a minimum of 5 years of experience in software development engineering or cloud-based systems; OR
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in software development engineering or cloud-based systems in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cloud technologies (e.g. AWS Kubernetes cloud infrastructure or distributed systems) is required
• Qualifying experience must include requirements analysis software development installation evaluation enhancement maintenance or problem diagnosis and resolution
• Degrees in Computer Science Mathematics Information Systems Engineering or similar technical disciplines will be considered
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current Polygraph is required
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher (Security preferred) is required

Desired Certifications (One of the Following)

• AWS Certified Developer Associate
• AWS DevOps Engineer Professional
• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Cloud certification will be verified during the interview or offer process.

Peraton 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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.