Senior Linux Software/System Architect

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation
Potomac, MD, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$88,730.0 - $103,500.0
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Bash Shell Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Security Continuous Integration Linux Domain Name System (DNS) Identity and Access Management Subnetting Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration
+22 more
Log Analysis Nagios Networking Basics Performance Tuning Windows PowerShell Ansible Systems Architecture Azure Automation Scripting Load Balancing Cloud Platform System Cloud Monitoring HybridCloud Firewalls (Computer Science) Cloudformation Information Technology Bicep Cloud Migration Cloudwatch Terraform Dynatrace Servicenow

Job description

  • Design, build, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure.
  • Linux administration in a cloud environments.
  • Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation.
  • Automate system deployment, configuration, patching, and monitoring using Ansible, SSM, Azure Automation, etc.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud environments using CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics.
  • Manage identity and access controls, enforce security best practices, and remediate vulnerabilities.
  • Support application teams with cloud infrastructure needs including networking, performance tuning, and CI/CD integration.
  • Participate in on-call rotation and incident response for critical cloud infrastructure issues.

Requirements

Are you a Senior Linux Software/System Architect who would like to have a positive impact for millions of people? If so, we may have an opportunity for you!, * Experience in AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure design, implementation, and managing automation solutions using Ansible.

  • Linux administration in a cloud environments.
  • Strong scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
  • Working knowledge of cloud security (e.g., IAM, Defender for Cloud, GuardDuty).
  • Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Dynatrace, ScienceLogic1).
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, subnets, firewalls, load balancers).

Preferred Qualifications

  • AWS or AZURE Cloud Certifications (highly preferred).
  • Experience with hybrid cloud or cloud migration projects.
  • Familiarity with ITSM tools like ServiceNow.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently and mentor junior team members.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Education:

  • Master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering or related technical discipline and 10+ years’ work experience.
  • Ten (10) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (20 years total).

Clearance:

  • The ability to pass a Tier 4/HIGH Background Investigation.

Benefits & conditions

TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Professional development reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!, * The pay for this position ranges from $88,730 to $103,500.

  • The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  • Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses.
  • TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/

TISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

About the company

At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, missiondriven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.

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