AWS/Windows Cloud Engineer/Server Administrator, TS/SCI with Polygraph
GDIT· enterprise· Defense IT· Oct 1, 2026 · 27d ago
McLean, VA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$120K–$162K
5+ years exp
Job description
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cloud Technology, Microsoft Windows Certifications:
None Experience:
5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an AWS Cloud/Windows Engineer/Server Administrator supporting an information technology enterprise. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an AWS Cloud Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Demonstrated experience setting up and managing servers in Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E).
Demonstrated experience with AWS Services.
Demonstrated experience with Cloud technologies.
Demonstrated experience with diagnosing problems with systems deployed to AWS.
Demonstrated experience coordinating with components throughout the Sponsor to ensure proper interpretation, integration, deployment, or operational support.
Demonstrated experience with server technologies, MVS (multiple virtual storage), Linux, UNIX, and Windows technology and operating systems.
Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) and supported utility and security applications.
Demonstrated experience setting up and managing servers in Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E).
Demonstrated experience working in a multi-system and multi-application environment with multiple specialties such as operating systems, e-mail, database platforms, storage technologies, and hardware support.
Demonstrated experience working with network requirements to anticipate impact on respective operating systems.
Demonstrated experience understanding organizational standards for operating configurations, security constraints, and procedures for managing organization software.
Demonstrated experience problem solving, to include independent diagnoses and resolving complex technical problems.
Demonstrated experience using analytical planning and organizational skills
Demonstrated experience and understanding of project management techniques to plan and execute projects.
Demonstrated experience using strong oral and written communication skills in order to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated experience working independently on routine tasks.
Demonstrated experience working as part of a team.
Demonstrated experience working with system developers to elicit requirements and engage in joint project planning.
Demonstrated experience tracking requirements.
Demonstrated experience researching the latest technological developments in the relevant operating systems to identify impact on organization operating systems and to anticipate changes.
HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS AND DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work include:
Demonstrated experience working with internal business partners to elicit requirements.
Associate’s degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a scientific or technical discipline.
A Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a scientific or technical discipline
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.
Experience: 5 years
Location: McLean, VA (On Customer Site)
US Citizenship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#WeAreGDIT
#JET
#GDITEnhanced2026
#VA_2026Alumni
The likely salary range for this position is $119,870 - $162,178. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
T elecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA VA McLean
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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