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Sr. Cloud Administrator

Horizontal Talent
Washington, DC Contractor
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026
Join our team as a Senior Cloud Administrator and play a pivotal role in shaping and managing our cloud infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to work with advanced technology while ensuring adherence to federal security standards.

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage infrastructure on the AWS GovCloud platform, ensuring compliance with security standards.
  • Deploy and oversee containerized applications using Amazon EKS and Kubernetes.
  • Support the development of AI/ML capabilities and cloud-native solutions.
  • Implement infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment to meet project objectives.
  • Ensure systems comply with NIST 800-53 and FISMA requirements.
  • Automate operational tasks to enhance platform reliability and efficiency.
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and the development of cloud strategies.


Skills

  • Extensive experience with AWS GovCloud and cloud infrastructure management.
  • Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 controls and FISMA compliance frameworks.
  • Proficiency in deploying and managing containerized applications.
  • Ability to write and maintain infrastructure as code.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills in an agile setting.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience with AI/ML infrastructure and services.
  • Familiarity with GitLab and Jira project management tools.
  • AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or DevOps Engineer.
  • Background in financial services or federal government environments.


At Horizontal, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating an equitable work environment.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

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