AWS Administrator - U.S. Citizenship Required
ZenPoint Solutions LLC, Mc Lean, VA, United States
Position Overview
ZenPoint Solutions LLC is a fast‑growing IT services company in the federal sector. We’re looking for an AWS Administrator to design, implement, and manage complex cloud environments that support a high‑availability, public‑facing web platform and its associated infrastructure. The role focuses on automation, security, disaster recovery, and cost optimization, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure AWS‑hosted systems.
This position is contingent upon the successful award of a government contract and subsequent government approval.
Clearance Requirement
None required at the time of application; Public Trust or higher preferred.
Work Location and Schedule
Remote. The position is fully remote with 5 days a week (Mon‑Fri) but may require occasional onsite reporting in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud environments for web‑based applications.
Maintain high availability and performance across production, backup, and test environments.
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
Configure and manage VPCs, subnets, route tables, load balancers, and connectivity services.
Implement cloud security best practices, including IAM policies, encryption, and compliance controls.
Monitor system performance, optimize resource utilization, and manage cost within AWS environments.
Design and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
Automate administrative and operational tasks with scripting and AWS native services.
Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and application deployments.
Perform system administration tasks such as patching, updates, and configuration management.
Maintain system documentation, covering architecture diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across AWS services and infrastructure.
Keep current with AWS services, features, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship and proof of citizenship if selected.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (or 4 years of relevant experience).
5–8 years of experience in IT with hands‑on cloud administration.
Proficient in designing and managing AWS environments.
Experience with IaC tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.
Knowledge of AWS networking, security, and IAM.
Proficiency in scripting/automation (Python, Bash, or PowerShell).
Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and high‑availability solutions.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Experience with Linux (Ubuntu) and Apache HTTP Server.
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
Desired Qualifications
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional, SysOps Administrator).
Experience supporting high‑availability, public‑facing web platforms.
Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and compliance frameworks.
Experience with Amazon CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Config.
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or Amazon EKS.
Experience managing AWS cost and optimization strategies.
Strong documentation and configuration management experience.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teams.
Company Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance; group and voluntary life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) retirement plan with company match; flexible spending accounts; generous paid leave including federal holidays; professional development and tuition assistance.
No Recruitment Agencies
Please do not use recruitment agencies for this position.
Commitment to Equality
ZenPoint Solutions values diverse perspectives and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable laws.
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ZenPoint Solutions LLC is a fast‑growing IT services company in the federal sector. We’re looking for an AWS Administrator to design, implement, and manage complex cloud environments that support a high‑availability, public‑facing web platform and its associated infrastructure. The role focuses on automation, security, disaster recovery, and cost optimization, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure AWS‑hosted systems.
This position is contingent upon the successful award of a government contract and subsequent government approval.
Clearance Requirement
None required at the time of application; Public Trust or higher preferred.
Work Location and Schedule
Remote. The position is fully remote with 5 days a week (Mon‑Fri) but may require occasional onsite reporting in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud environments for web‑based applications.
Maintain high availability and performance across production, backup, and test environments.
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
Configure and manage VPCs, subnets, route tables, load balancers, and connectivity services.
Implement cloud security best practices, including IAM policies, encryption, and compliance controls.
Monitor system performance, optimize resource utilization, and manage cost within AWS environments.
Design and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
Automate administrative and operational tasks with scripting and AWS native services.
Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and application deployments.
Perform system administration tasks such as patching, updates, and configuration management.
Maintain system documentation, covering architecture diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across AWS services and infrastructure.
Keep current with AWS services, features, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship and proof of citizenship if selected.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (or 4 years of relevant experience).
5–8 years of experience in IT with hands‑on cloud administration.
Proficient in designing and managing AWS environments.
Experience with IaC tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.
Knowledge of AWS networking, security, and IAM.
Proficiency in scripting/automation (Python, Bash, or PowerShell).
Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and high‑availability solutions.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Experience with Linux (Ubuntu) and Apache HTTP Server.
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
Desired Qualifications
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional, SysOps Administrator).
Experience supporting high‑availability, public‑facing web platforms.
Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and compliance frameworks.
Experience with Amazon CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Config.
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or Amazon EKS.
Experience managing AWS cost and optimization strategies.
Strong documentation and configuration management experience.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teams.
Company Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance; group and voluntary life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) retirement plan with company match; flexible spending accounts; generous paid leave including federal holidays; professional development and tuition assistance.
No Recruitment Agencies
Please do not use recruitment agencies for this position.
Commitment to Equality
ZenPoint Solutions values diverse perspectives and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable laws.
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