System Administrator (AWS Infrastructure, Security & Compliance)

ALTUS Commercial Receivables • Full-time • Remote (Metairie, LA, US) • $80,000 - $110,000 / year • 1m ago

Altus Commercial Receivables is America’s #1 B2B commercial collections firm, specializing in global accounts receivable management and debt recovery. With over 30 years of experience, Altus combines cutting-edge technology—including its proprietary ARMStrong™ platform built on Salesforce—with a vast international network of certified professionals. Headquartered in New Orleans, Altus serves clients across 66 countries, helping businesses streamline their credit-to-cash cycle with unmatched security, compliance, and performance.

Altus is seeking a Systems Administrator with 5-8 years of expertise to manage and secure our technology infrastructure. This role will focus on AWS cloud administration, security and compliance (PCI, SOC), and overall system administration for the technology team. The ideal candidate will ensure robust security, compliance, and operational efficiency. Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients and auditors are essential.

Job Responsibilities:
AWS Infrastructure Management

Administer and optimize AWS services including EC2, S3, Elastic Load Balancing, RDS, and VPC configurations.
Implement and maintain scalable, secure cloud architecture aligned with best practices.
Monitor system performance, cost optimization, and resource utilization.

Security & Compliance

Develop and enforce security policies, including IAM roles, encryption, and access controls.
Implement network security measures, firewalls, and vulnerability management.
Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, SOC 2, and other regulatory standards.
Conduct regular security audits, patching, and incident response.
Collaborate with auditors and clients during compliance reviews.

System Administration

Manage Linux and Windows servers, including configuration, patching, and troubleshooting.
Oversee backup and disaster recovery strategies for critical systems.
Maintain monitoring tools and alerting systems for uptime and performance.

Collaboration & Documentation

Work closely with developers, project managers, and business stakeholders to ensure infrastructure supports application needs.
Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and security protocols.
Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external auditors.

Qualifications and Requirements:
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5-8 years of total experience specifically in AWS cloud environments.
Strong knowledge of Linux/Windows server administration.
Expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM).
Hands-on experience with PCI DSS and SOC 2 compliance frameworks.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work with clients and auditors.

Preferred Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator.
Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
Prior experience in a regulated industry (insurance, financial services).
Good to Have: Experience managing CrushFTP for secure file transfers
Vendor governance experience for third-party risk management.

Compensation and Benefits:

$80,000 - $110,000 per year (DOE)
Benefit package with health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage options
401(k) retirement plan option with company matching
Generous paid time off policy - start with 18 days per year
Paid holidays immediately upon hire - 7 standard holidays & 2 floating holidays of your choice
Remote Position

We look forward to you joining our team!