Cloud Systems Administrator

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

Join the SkyePoint team and become part of a highly skilled, professional workforce dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions. Our exceptional technical experts provide innovative services and solutions to federal agencies, making a meaningful impact every day. At SkyePoint, we value top talent and foster an environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter. Be part of a team that values excellence and rewards innovation—your future starts here!

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes. 

This position will work a rotating hybrid schedule in Beltsville, MD. WEEK 1 - 2 days onsite, 3 days remote WEEK 2 - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote.

This role will be the leading Cloud Subject Matter Expert for Operations & Maintenance, reporting to the System Administration Team. As the designated SME, the Cloud Systems Administrator will provide strategic guidance on cloud practices, proactively address and troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize and support cloud-based operations in alignment with the goals of Operations & Maintenance. This role will be instrumental in shaping cloud strategies that enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement.

In this role, you will: 

• Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure and services on Azure or with a focus on security and scalability.
• Implement and monitor security controls to protect cloud environments from threats, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot cloud-based virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases.
• Develop and execute cloud migration strategies for legacy applications and data, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal security.
• Configure, manage, and optimize virtual private cloud (VPC), security groups, network ACLs, and routing tables.
• Automate routine cloud tasks using infrastructure-as-code (laC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Set up and manage identity and access management (IAM) roles, policies, and permissions to secure access to cloud resources.
• Monitor system health, network performance, and security logs to detect and respond to anomalies or security incidents.
• Design and implement backup and disaster recovery solutions in alignment with business continuity requirements.
• Integrate and manage multi-cloud and hybrid environments, coordinating workloads across on-premises and cloud data centers.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and containerized applications using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Design and implement cloud network architecture to optimize performance, security, and load balancing.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory frameworks, and best practices (e.g., NIST, CIS, SOC 2, GDPR).
• Manage data encryption, key management, and tokenization solutions to protect sensitive data in transit and at rest.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation to mitigate risks within cloud environments.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for system administrators.
• Support the integration of security information and event management (SIEM) solutions like Splunk or Cloud Trail for log management and monitoring.
• Conduct regular audits of cloud resources and permissions to ensure compliance with internal and external security policies.
• Design, develop, and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans, including failover and failback procedures.
• Coordinate incident response activities and lead forensic investigations when cloud security incidents occur.
• Maintain a strong understanding of cloud service agreements, SLAs, and contractual obligations regarding data security and privacy.
• Educate team members on best practices for securing cloud resources and data in multi-cloud environments.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to conduct penetration testing and red/blue team exercises within the cloud.
• Develop custom scripts and tools to automate cloud management tasks, increase efficiency, and enhance security posture.
• Research and implement emerging cloud security technologies to bolster the organization's defenses against evolving threats.
• Manage the lifecycle of cloud resources, including resource tagging, cost monitoring, and rightsizing.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on cloud architecture, security controls, and incident response procedures.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooted for cloud-related issues, working closely with internal stakeholders.
• Participate in on-call rotations, responding to critical cloud infrastructure issues after hours as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and 9 years of experience; 7 years with a Masters; 4 years with a PhD. An additional 4 years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree. 
• Possess one of the following certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CEH ,CFR,CISA ,CISSP (or Associate),Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH ,GICSP. SCYBER, VCA DCV, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev.
• An Active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to support during core business hours (09:00AM – 05:00PM).
• Must be a U.S. citizen. 

What We Can Offer You:

• At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
• Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched
• Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
• SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program

• Flexible Work Environment

Compensation:

Salary Range: $126,000-$136,000

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package. 

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

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Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer. 

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.