AWS Web Administrator - Bigbear.ai

Overview:

BigBear AI is actively seeking to add an AWS Web Server Administrator to the BigBear team, with a focus on the deployment, maintenance, and routine operation of the cloud based NIPR and SIPR (IL5 & IL6) Army Synchronization Tool (AST). The successful candidate will have a balance of technical expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and web server management, alongside strong analytical and teamwork skills. They must be a self-starter, equally talented in individual and team focused work working with other members of the AST Team.The position is in Crystal City, VA. The position is on-site at the Taylor Building, a minimum of four (4) days per week with one (1) day remote. With the ability to come in on the remote work day if either system goes down.

What you will do:

• Configure, manage, and optimize AWS NIPR and SIPR web servers (IL5/IL6).
• Ensure the security, availability, and performance of web applications.
• Implement and manage cloud infrastructure services and database administration.
• Collaborate with development teams for seamless deployment and scaling of applications.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and execute disaster recovery plans.
• Automate tasks and processes using AWS tools and scripting languages.
• Assist with deployment of new code releases and bug fixes.
• Improve deployment automation of our web application.
• Provide advice to projects around technical solutions, best practices, and efficiencies.
• Recommend improvements and upgrades to systems based on users' needs.
• Document configuration changes and ensure systems follow the DoD and U.S. Army cybersecurity policies in coordination with Information Assurance Manager.

What you need to have:

• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance
• Minimum of two (2) years of Web Server and Database Server experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.
• DoD Directive 8570/8140.01 IAT/IAM Level 2 Certification such as Security+ (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
• Proficiency in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, ELB), web server technologies (Apache, Nginx), and scripting languages.
• Strong understanding of networking, security protocols, and database management.
• Experience in deploying and managing scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with project and task planning to include scope of work, time estimation, and resource assignment.
• Ability to resolve problems in a timely, professional manner within a team environment.
• An ability to rapidly internalize unfamiliar concepts and systems, determine how best to leverage automation to resolve inefficiencies and improve collaboration.
• Proven documentation skills and demonstrable competency with: Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Share Point, Teams and Access.
• Ability to impact operations and effect change in a professional manner.
• Detail oriented, analytical, and inquisitive.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize with associated time management skills.

What we'd like you to have:

• 5 Years of Web Server and Database Server experience
• AWS Web Server Experience
• SQL Experience
• Department of Defense or Department of the Army experience.
• Travel - Occasional CONUS Travel ~ 5% – 10% annually.

About BigBear.ai:

BigBear.ai delivers AI-powered analytics and cyber engineering solutions to support mission-critical operations and decision-making in complex, real-world environments. BigBear.ai’s customers, which include the US Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, the US Federal Government, as well as customers in manufacturing, healthcare, commercial space, and other sectors, rely on BigBear.ai’s solutions to see and shape their world through reliable, predictive insights and goal-oriented advice. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, BigBear.ai is a global, public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, please visit: http://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on Twitter: @BigBearai.