Job Description :
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Ready to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.
Our core values: integrity, investment, and innovation drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work life balance and personal growth. Our cutting edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.
Join our forward thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!
2 Submittals - Hybrid -Web Interview - Market-rate compensation
Local candidates only as they will be required to be onsite 2-3 (downtown Atlanta office) days per week.
Key Responsibilities:
? Lead the design, deployment, and support of hybrid cloud environments leveraging AWS and Azure.
? Plan and execute migrations from on-premises data centers to cloud platforms.
? Serve as a senior-level Systems Administrator, supporting the full IT service lifecycle (design, transition, operations, and continuous improvement).
? Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments including firewalls, routers, route tables, ACLs, and DNS.
? Provide support for enterprise platforms such as:
o Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat
o Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Aurora, and other DBaaS solutions
o Operating Systems: Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix
o Load Balancers and Storage Solutions
? Develop automation scripts for provisioning and system management (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
? Integrate third-party applications and hardware into secure, connected environments.
? Perform capacity planning and contribute to disaster recovery/business continuity strategies.
? Apply ITIL and DevOps methodologies to optimize service delivery and operations.
? Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and ensure infrastructure compliance with SDLC standards.
? Troubleshoot complex system issues and implement effective solutions.
? Monitor infrastructure performance and recommend improvements.
? Integrate systems with Active Directory and maintain security and compliance standards.
? Stay current on cybersecurity best practices and apply them in cloud/infrastructure environments.
? Communicate effectively with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
? Occasional in-state travel to agency locations as required.
Required Skills & Competencies:
? 2-3 years of experience in cloud engineering and infrastructure support.
? Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, deployment, and migration in AWS and Azure.
? Strong networking knowledge and enterprise IT infrastructure management.
? Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
? Understanding of IT security principles, especially in government or regulated environments.
? Knowledge of ITIL and DevOps best practices.
? Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
? Experience working with or within public sector/government agencies is a plus.
Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, deployment, and migration in AWS and Azure (preferred).
Required
3
Years
Strong networking knowledge and enterprise IT infrastructure management.
Required
3
Years
Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
Required
3
Years
Why Work with Us
Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.