Cloud Administrator

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Ensure the reliability, security, and optimal performance of AWS cloud infrastructure supporting multiple data connections and integrations for critical DoD systems.
 
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
 
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
 
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
 

You Are:

As a Cloud Administrator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, monitoring, and maintenance of the Medical Intelligence Data Broker's AWS cloud environment. This role will ensure the reliability, security, and optimal performance of cloud infrastructure supporting multiple data connections and integrations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing AWS resources, implementing security controls, and supporting mission-critical systems in compliance with DoD requirements.

The Work:

  • Administer and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, RDS databases, and networking components
  • Configure and manage IAM roles, policies, and permissions to ensure proper access controls
  • Implement and maintain security controls in accordance with DoD security requirements
  • Monitor cloud resource usage, performance metrics, and system health
  • Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues
  • Automate routine administrative tasks using scripts and AWS tools
  • Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions for cloud resources
  • Manage AWS costs through resource optimization and utilization monitoring
  • Support the deployment of new applications and services to the cloud environment
  • Collaborate with development and security teams to implement infrastructure changes
  • Maintain documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and operational procedures

Here’s What You Need:

  • 1+ years of experience administering AWS cloud environments
  • Strong knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch)
  • Experience with Linux server administration in cloud environments
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)
  • Understanding of networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and routing
  • Experience implementing and managing cloud security controls
  • Knowledge of backup, recovery, and high availability solutions in AWS
  • CompTia Security+ or equivalent

Bonus Points If You Have:

  • Experience working in a federal or public sector environment
  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Experience supporting healthcare IT systems or applications
  • Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform)
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools (CloudWatch, ELK stack)
  • Understanding of compliance requirements for DoD systems
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Knowledge of cost optimization strategies for AWS environments
  • Experience with multi-account AWS architecture

Security Clearance: 

  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

 

 

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

 

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:
$76,100$136,700 USD
 
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
 
Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
 
Requesting An Accommodation 
Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
 
If youare being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.
 
Other Employment Statements 
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
 
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
 
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
 
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
 
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