AWS System Administrator (with Strong Linux Focus)

Job Description

Atlas Technologies is seeking a skilled AWS System Administrator with strong Linux system administration experience to manage and maintain our cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Linux environments alongside cloud security, performance optimization, and automation to ensure a reliable and scalable AWS environment.

Travel up to 10%

Salary: $150,000 - $170,000

You Will:

AWS Infrastructure Management – Oversee the setup, configuration, and maintenance of AWS services with a focus on Linux-based EC2 instances and services.

Linux System Administration – Administer and maintain Linux servers in both cloud and hybrid environments, including performance tuning, patching, and security hardening.

System Monitoring & Troubleshooting – Ensure system reliability, monitor performance, and resolve technical issues across Linux and Windows platforms.

Security & Compliance – Implement security best practices for Linux systems, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with DoD and industry standards.

Backup & Disaster Recovery – Develop and maintain robust backup strategies and disaster recovery plans for Linux-based workloads.

Automation & Optimization – Utilize Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and CloudFormation and automate tasks with Bash, Python, or Ansible.

Collaboration & Support – Work closely with development and operations teams to optimize cloud and Linux server solutions.

Patch Management & Upgrades – Apply updates, patches, and system enhancements to maintain performance and security.

PeopleSoft Support – Manage and support PeopleSoft PeopleTools on Windows Servers.

Administrative Automation – Automate Linux administrative tasks using scripts or orchestration tools.

Compliance & Security – Ensure systems comply with security policies and support vulnerability mitigation.

Capacity Planning & Architecture – Participate in capacity planning, system architecture reviews, and performance assessments.

Disaster Recovery – Support recovery drills and maintain Linux recovery documentation.

You Have:

U.S. Citizenship

A minimum of a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance or be able to obtain an interim security clearance prior to hire date

Security+ CE Certification (or equivalent)

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience

Proficiency in Linux system administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or Amazon Linux)

Strong experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, etc.)

Familiarity with Windows Server administration (for supporting PeopleSoft)

Knowledge of cloud security, networking, and compliance

Experience with IaC and automation tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred:

Scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar)

Experience hardening Linux systems in DoD environments

Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset

Want to hear more? Read on to see what our Team Members say about their experience:

“Atlas Tech has the culture, trust, and fairness that you expect of the best of communities. I feel lucky to be part of their amazing journey of growth as a standout organization.” - Syed

“You are not just a number here at Atlas. I have been with Atlas for over 13 years now I can say that Atlas displays a genuine interest in its employees. This is evidenced in its commitment to mentoring every employee and providing educational paths for each employee’s personal and professional growth within the company.” - Ian

Atlas Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.

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This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge data migration and integration projects while optimizing the performance and security of our data workflows. If you are passionate about data engineering and have the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Atlas Tech offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and an opportunity to make a positive impact in your own community.

Full-time

Hybrid remote