AWS Systems Engineer (Windows/AWS) – Top Secret Clearance Required

Hybrid | Multiple U.S. Locations
Salary: $100,000 – $180,000 + full benefits
Clearance: Active Top Secret required

Northwest Talent Solutions is recruiting for a cleared AWS Systems Engineer to support a mission-critical federal program building next-generation cloud infrastructure and analytics platforms.

This role is part of a high-impact engineering team responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Windows-based systems in AWS environments that support advanced data exploitation, production, and dissemination capabilities.

The ideal candidate has strong Windows Server administration experience combined with AWS cloud infrastructure expertise and enjoys working closely with engineering teams to deliver secure and scalable systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Build, deploy, and maintain Windows Server environments in AWS cloud infrastructure
Provision and manage EC2 instances and cloud resources across development, test, and operational environments
Deploy and maintain custom, COTS, and GOTS applications in secure environments
Support patching, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of cloud-based systems
Collaborate with engineering and program leadership to deliver mission systems
Participate in system architecture design and infrastructure planning
Work within agile software development environments supporting application deployments
Maintain system documentation and architecture diagrams

Required Qualifications:

Active Top Secret Security Clearance
Ability to obtain CI Polygraph post-hire
AWS cloud experience, including EC2 and related services
Strong experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop operating systems
Experience supporting system deployments across multiple environments (dev/test/prod)
Understanding of system architecture and infrastructure design
Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree with 4+ years relevant experience
OR
Master's degree with 2+ years relevant experience
OR
Additional experience in lieu of degree

DoD 8570 compliance required

Preferred Experience:

AWS services such as Lambda, S3, and cloud infrastructure automation
Experience supporting geospatial platforms (ESRI ArcGIS)
CI/CD pipeline development and deployment automation
Architecture diagram development and system documentation
Experience with Jira, Confluence, and collaboration tools
Microsoft or AWS certifications

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Life and disability insurance
Relocation assistance available
Profit-sharing program

About Northwest Talent Solutions:

Northwest Talent Solutions partners with organizations delivering mission-critical technology solutions across federal and enterprise environments, specializing in cloud infrastructure, AI transformation, and cleared technical talent.

Interested candidates with an active Top-Secret clearance are encouraged to apply.

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