AWS System Administrator

Stanbridge University is on the lookout for a remarkably skilled AWS Cloud Engineer to lead the charge in transforming our IT infrastructure. We need a highly proficient engineer with extensive AWS knowledge, a solid background in supporting PHP and MySQL production workloads, and a proven history of designing and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments. In this role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring our LMS platform achieves an impressive 99.99% uptime while fostering innovation through zero-downtime deployments, comprehensive disaster recovery planning, cost optimization efforts, and transitioning legacy LAMP applications to AWS. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative atmosphere and have a passion for advancing cloud technology, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• This position requires on campus presence in Irvine CA.
• Design, build, and maintain a scalable, secure cloud ecosystem on AWS that supports our rapidly growing LMS platform.
• Provide DevOps support and performance tuning for legacy PHP and MySQL applications, ensuring stability and security during the migration phase.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement seamless rollout strategies and quick rollback mechanisms, ensuring uninterrupted service availability.
• Develop, document, and test a comprehensive disaster recovery plan that meets strict RTO and RPO targets, validating its effectiveness through simulated tests.
• Identify and implement targeted cost-saving initiatives aimed at reducing monthly AWS spending by 10–15% while maintaining or enhancing system performance.
• Plan and lead the phased migration of legacy, on-premises PHP / MySQL applications to AWS (EC2, RDS), ensuring sustained performance and 99.99% uptime throughout the process.

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Stanbridge University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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