IT System Administrator (1099 Contract)

Red Cell Partners

Administer, monitor, and maintain workloads across AWS and Microsoft Azure, including compute, storage, networking, and identity resources; Manage resource provisioning, cost visibility, tagging, and baseline security configuration across …

Posted 7/9/2026Verified active Jul 25, 2026, 12:33 AMcontractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrated expertise in cloud infrastructure administration, particularly with AWS and Microsoft Azure, focusing on resource management, security configurations, and cost visibility. Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

7+ Years of IT System Administration ExperienceExpertise in AWS AdministrationPractical Experience with Microsoft AzureMicrosoft 365 Administration ExpertiseFamiliarity with DoW/DoD Security and Compliance Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Cloud Infrastructure AdministrationAWS AdministrationMicrosoft Azure AdministrationMicrosoft 365 AdministrationBasic Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration with Cross-Functional TeamsStrong Documentation Habits

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft AzureMicrosoft 365Entra IDExchange OnlineSharePointTeams

Certifications & Qualifications

US CitizenshipFamiliarity with NIST SP 800-171Familiarity with CMMCFamiliarity with DISA STIGs

Industry Keywords

Hybrid and Cloud-Native ArchitecturesCost VisibilityBaseline Security ConfigurationDoW EnvironmentsGCC-High Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AwsAzureCloudPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cloud Infrastructure Administration
Administer, monitor, and maintain workloads across AWS and Microsoft Azure, including compute, storage, networking, and identity resources
Manage resource provisioning, cost visibility, tagging, and baseline security configuration across both cloud platforms
Support hybrid and cloud-native architectures, troubleshooting connectivity, performance, and availability issues
Integrate with an interdisciplinary team of experts in optimization and simulation to design, build, and optimize models that deliver high-quality, real-world insights.
Design and implement novel heuristics and optimization models to solve complex problems in various industries, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in decision science and implement best practices for our customers.
The communication of complex technical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders clearly and concisely.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
Microsoft 365 & Identity Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of hands-on IT system administration experience
Strong, demonstrable expertise administering AWS environments
Practical cloud administration experience across both AWS and Microsoft Azure
Microsoft 365 administration expertise (Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, licensing, and identity management)
Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python) for automation of administrative tasks
Some experience supporting or operating within Department of War (DoW) environments
US Citizenship required
Ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor with strong documentation and communication habits
Prior experience operating in a GCC-High (Microsoft 365 Government) environment
Familiarity with DoW/DoD security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, or DISA STIGs)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Cloud and M365 environments that are reliable, secure, well-documented, and consistently maintained
Routine administrative and provisioning tasks handled promptly and accurately
Repetitive workflows reduced through practical automation and scripting
Security and compliance configurations applied and maintained in line with DoW expectations
A dependable, self-directed technical partner who requires minimal oversight