AWS Windows Infrastructure Engineer

PhoenixTeam

. Automate Windows Server configuration, build, and deployment using configuration management tools such as Ansible and PowerShell, plus PowerShell scripting .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automating Windows Server configurations and deployments using tools like Ansible and PowerShell, with a strong focus on compliance and security hardening in regulated environments. Proficient in managing AWS services and integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines to enhance operational efficiency.

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Windows Server AutomationPowerShell ScriptingAWS Systems ManagerCI/CD IntegrationWindows Server Administration

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Hard Skills

AnsiblePowerShell DSCAWS EC2Windows Server 2016Windows Server 2019Windows Server 2025Infrastructure-as-CodeActive DirectoryGroup PolicyDNS

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsGitHubConfluenceJiraTerraformCloudFormationPackerEC2 Image Builder

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft Windows Server CertificationAWS Certification

Industry Keywords

DISA STIGsCIS BenchmarksRegulated IndustryPublic Trust ClearanceDevSecOps

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSDNSEC2JenkinsPackerTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Automate Windows Server configuration, build, and deployment using configuration management tools such as Ansible and PowerShell, plus PowerShell scripting
Update Windows Server 2016 configuration baselines to Windows Server 2019/2025 standards and correct configuration drift
Build and maintain hardened Windows AMIs and automate EC2 provisioning for upgraded servers
Automate OS hardening and compliance checks, including DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and Group Policy, and remediate security findings
Execute upgrades in phased waves, including pre-upgrade backups/snapshots, post-upgrade validation, and automated rollback
Automate patching, inventory, and operational tasks using AWS Systems Manager
Automate certificate installation and renewal for upgraded servers and services
Integrate Windows automation into CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins and GitHub using version-controlled, peer-reviewed code
Document automation, configurations, and runbooks in Confluence and track work in Jira
Work under the technical direction of the Windows Architect in support of a federal client’s Windows Server infrastructure upgrade

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Associate’s Degree and 7 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree
High School Diploma and 9 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree
Hands-on experience automating Windows Server configuration with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, or similar tools
Advanced PowerShell scripting skills
Experience supporting Windows Server 2016 to 2019 or 2025 upgrades or migrations in AWS
Experience automating Windows OS hardening, preferably in regulated federal or regulated industry
Working knowledge of AWS services for Windows workloads, including EC2, AMIs, VPC, Systems Manager, and EBS snapshots
Solid Windows Server administration skills, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, certificates, and patching
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation, or image-building tools such as Packer or EC2 Image Builder
Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines in an Agile, DevSecOps environment
Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Preferred: Microsoft Windows Server or AWS certification
Preferred: Experience integrating Windows servers with CyberArk for privileged access management
Preferred: Experience managing software deployments through Group Policy
Preferred: Experience configuring Windows IIS servers and Power BI Gateway
Preferred: Experience supporting federal government systems with audit and vulnerability management

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Remote (US-based)
Full-Time, W2 employment
40 hours/week with availability during core business hours of 8am-5pm ET