The Digital Modernization Sector has an opening for a AWS Administrator/Tivoli Workload Scheduler to support a large healthcare contract.
We are seeking an AWS Administrator/ Tivoli Workload Scheduler engineer to support the day-to-day operations, security, and performance of our AWS cloud infrastructure while managing enterprise-level workload scheduling and automation through Tivoli/IBM Workload Scheduler (TWS/IWS). This role is hands-on and operationally focused, requiring strong troubleshooting skills, disciplined execution, and the ability to support business-critical batch and cloud-native workflows. This role also focuses on
The ideal candidate has strong AWS administration experience, a clear grasp of workload automation platforms, and the ability to operate effectively in a production enterprise environment with minimal supervision.
Core Purpose
Maintain the health, security, and performance of AWS environments while ensuring reliable execution of automated job scheduling workflows using TWS.
AWS Infrastructure Management
Provision, configure, and maintain AWS resources including EC2, S3, IAM, and VPCs in alignment with the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
Perform routine system maintenance, patching, and configuration updates across cloud environments.
Workload Automation & Scheduling
Operate and support the TWS/IWS platform, including job stream monitoring, dependency management, and agent health checks.
Ensure reliable execution of daily and intraday production workloads.
Monitor batch workloads and ensure successful completion of processes.
Implement scheduling solutions for application teams
Follow enterprise change management processes and procedures
Troubleshoot and resolve job failures, scheduling conflicts, and dependency issues
Assist with workload automation platform maintenance activities
Security & Compliance
Enforce least-privilege access controls using AWS IAM.
Monitor and remediate security findings using tools such as AWS Security Hub.
Support audit and compliance requirements related to cloud infrastructure and automation platforms.
Incident Response & Operations Support
Triage, diagnose, and resolve incidents involving AWS infrastructure and failed or delayed scheduling batches.
Escalate complex issues appropriately and participate in root-cause analysis efforts.
Performance & Cost Optimization
Identify performance bottlenecks and inefficiencies related to cloud resource usage and job throughput.
Implement auto-scaling, scheduling adjustments, or script improvements to improve performance and control costs.
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Maintain, test, and document backup and disaster recovery strategies for AWS resources and TWS databases.
Participate in disaster recovery exercises and validate recovery procedures.
Basic Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field,. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Experience
4–6 years of experience in IT operations or infrastructure support roles.
At least 1 year of hands-on AWS administration experience with limited supervision.
An understanding of workload automation concepts including: Job dependencies, workstations, and job streams
Ability to analyze logs and diagnose issues
Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
All candidates supporting the CMS programs must have lived in the United States at least three (3) out of the last five (5) years prior in order to be considered.
Certifications
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
Tivoli / IBM Workload Scheduler (TWS) Knowledge
Core Architecture
Understanding of TWS distributed architecture, including:
Master Domain Manager (MDM): Central scheduling authority and database.
Dynamic Workload Console (DWC): Web-based interface for job design and monitoring.
Agents: Including Fault-Tolerant Agents (FTA) capable of running jobs during temporary MDM communication outages.
AWS Integration
Deploy and manage TWS agents on EC2 instances to execute scripts and applications.
Support cloud-native workflow triggers using AWS Lambda or Step Functions integrated with TWS.
Manage file-based dependencies leveraging Amazon S3.
Daily Operations & Maintenance
Create, modify, and maintain job definitions, calendars, and scheduling resources.
Troubleshoot job failures and delays by analyzing logs and predecessor/successor relationships.
Perform TWS patch upgrades and maintain integrations with enterprise monitoring tools such as IBM Tivoli Monitoring.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments.
Strong scripting skills using Python and/or Bash.
Experience with automation and configuration tools such as Ansible or AWS CloudFormation.
Experience with event driven scheduling
Experience with file transfer automation (SFTP/FTP)
Supporting 24/7 enterprise environments
Preferred Attributes
Clear operational discipline with attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a production support environment with on-call or after-hours responsibilities.
Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with infrastructure, application, and automation teams.
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Original Posting:May 12, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
- 4-6 years of IT operations experience
- 1 year of hands-on AWS administration experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain public trust clearance
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
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