Remote, Cloud Hosting Engineer (Red Hat Linux & AWS) - Only W2

Job Summary:We are looking for a Cloud Hosting Engineer with strong system administration expertise and a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure. This role requires hands-on experience in managing secure, scalable environments across Linux and Windows platforms, along with a focus on automation, compliance, and operational excellence.Core Responsibilities:Build, manage, and optimize cloud infrastructure primarily on AWS environments Administer and maintain enterprise systems running on Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows servers Configure and manage network components including firewalls, routing, and secure connectivity such as IPsec tunnels Support and maintain DNS services and IP-based networking across distributed systems Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like Ansible, Bash, and Microsoft PowerShell Implement and enforce infrastructure security standards, compliance controls, and best practices Perform advanced troubleshooting through structured analysis, log review, and root cause identification Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve infrastructure performance, availability, and reliability Maintain accurate documentation for systems, processes, and configurations Required Skills & Experience:Strong hands-on experience with Linux (especially RHEL) and Windows system administration Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure within AWS (compute, networking, storage) Experience with firewall technologies and secure network design In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking, DNS, and IPsec protocols Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, PowerShell, and Ansible Experience managing and troubleshooting enterprise-scale environments Preferred Qualifications:Senior-level system administration mindset with emphasis on: Standardization and thorough documentation Scalability and enterprise-grade architecture Automation and operational consistency Compliance and security best practices Strong understanding of: Operating systems (Linux and Windows internals) Virtualization platforms such as VMware, KVM, Xen, and Hyper-V Container technologies like Docker and LXC, including differences between containers and hypervisors Storage solutions including SAS, NVMe, iSCSI, network file systems, and object storage (S3) Network security, edge routing, and firewall architecture“Taras Technology, LLC is an EEO/AA Employer: women, minorities, the disabled and veterans are encouraged to apply”