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DescriptionTitle: Cloud Systems Administrator Location: Washington, DC - Onsite (HCHB)Terms: Full-timeClearance: Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship required)Travel: Minimal; RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.That's RIVA. Our employee-first approach has manifested a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first and providing a flexible work environment, our employees have higher morale, higher productivity rates, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority.Program OverviewRIVA Solutions is supporting the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division to deliver mission-critical IT modernization and cybersecurity services. This effort focuses on enhancing the security, reliability, and efficiency of NTIA's infrastructure, driving forward their mission of advancing broadband access, data-driven policymaking, and secure communications through modern digital tools and compliance with federal standards.Position OverviewRIVA Solutions is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to support enterprise IT operations under the NTIA ISCOM contract. The Windows / Azure Administrator will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and securing Windows-based systems and services, both on premises and within Microsoft Azure cloud environments.This individual will also play a key role in advancing automation, cloud integration, and deployment efficiency by applying DevOps principles-including CI/CD pipelines, scripting, infrastructure as code (IaC), and containerization. The ideal candidate will be a technically skilled systems administrator who can both manage operational environments and contribute to the modernization of system deployment and maintenance processes through DevOps tooling and automation.Core ResponsibilitiesSystems AdministrationInstall, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems, Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and related services.Administer and support Azure environments, including Azure AD, virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity management.Manage system performance, patching, and backups in accordance with federal security and compliance standards.Support Microsoft 365 environments and related enterprise collaboration tools.Troubleshoot issues across on-prem and cloud environments, coordinating with technical and cybersecurity teams to maintain operational stability.Maintain documentation, system configurations, and operational runbooks.DevOps IntegrationImplement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate code integration, testing, and deployment.Leverage scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible) to streamline system administration and reduce manual tasks.Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Terraform, or Bicep to provision and maintain environments consistently.Utilize containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)) to deploy, orchestrate, and manage cloud-native applications.Apply knowledge of Azure DevOps, Azure Resource Manager, and other Azure cloud-native tools to support build automation, configuration management, and application deployment.Collaborate with developers and other engineers to align infrastructure automation practices with deployment strategies and application lifecycle management.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.Minimum of 4 years of experience in systems administration or DevOps engineering.U.S. Citizenship required.Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance.Strong working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Azure Administration.Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python).Familiarity with Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code principles.Understanding of containerization concepts and tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system, application, and infrastructure issues efficiently.Preferred QualificationsMicrosoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400).Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, or Terraform for IaC.Exposure to DevOps methodologies, Git-based source control, and automated testing integration.Familiarity with networking, security best practices, and hybrid environment management.Strong documentation and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.SalaryUp to $135,000 depending on experience.RIVA BenefitsPaid Time Off / Sick LeaveHealth, Dental, and Vision CoverageLife Insurance401K Retirement Plan with Company MatchHSA/FSA Spending AccountsLong- and Short-term DisabilityPet InsuranceWellness Program InitiativesRIVA Flex (Flex Hours and Hybrid Work Support)Additional Perks & Workplace BenefitsEqual Opportunity StatementRIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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