[Remote] Junior Cloud Systems Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. g2it is seeking a Junior Cloud Systems Engineer to assist with the engineering, deployment, and maintenance of the Network Security Virtualization Training (NSVT) 2.0 environment within AWS GovCloud. The role involves managing cloud-based infrastructure, configuring virtualized Cyber Network Defense appliances, and collaborating with senior engineers and cybersecurity specialists. Responsibilities • Assist in deploying and maintaining VLANs and virtual appliances within AWS GovCloud (e.g., CANES PROD, CANES Provisioning, CND Shore Node, ISSM Client Node VLANs) • Support Bastion Host configurations for primary and Gold Stack environments • Help manage VM lifecycle tasks, including builds, snapshots, migrations, and retirements • Ensure systems are aligned with FedRAMP High and DoD security controls under senior engineer guidance • Support the integration and configuration of core CND appliances such as ACAS, HBSS, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, and WSAV • Verify appliance connectivity and assist in troubleshooting within GovCloud VLANs • Coordinate version updates and licensing with engineering and cybersecurity teams • Develop and maintain basic PowerShell or Python scripts to automate common provisioning and monitoring tasks • Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to align automation activities with CI/CD best practices • Participate in internal testing rounds to validate NSVT 2.0 functionality • Document system findings and support senior engineers in resolving punch-list items • Assist in maintaining baseline configurations and environment templates • Contribute technical notes and screenshots for Lesson Plans, Job Sheets, and Training Guides • Support curriculum demonstrations of NSVT 2.0 workflows and appliance configurations • Update and maintain system diagrams, asset lists, and configuration documentation Skills • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/hold a DoD Secret clearance • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field • 1–3 years of experience in systems administration, networking, or cloud support • Familiarity with AWS, VMware, or other virtualization technologies • Basic understanding of PowerShell, Python, or Bash scripting • Knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server, or Linux administration • Experience working in secure or DoD environments • Exposure to CND appliances such as ACAS, HBSS, Firepower, or ISE • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect – Associate (preferred but not required) • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Terraform) Company Overview • G2IT is an 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job