Cloud System Administrator 1

POWER3 SOLUTIONS, LLC
Fort Meade, MD, United States
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$165,000.0 - $190,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Software Applications Cloud Computing Configuration Management Computer Networks Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name System (DNS) IP Addressing Linux System Administration Network Connections Routing Ansible Server Administration
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Virtualization Technology Software Vulnerability Management Xen Servers Cloud Platform System Information Technology Nutanix Vmware

Job description

We are seeking a Cloud Administrator / System Administrator to join our growing team. This position requires a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph. You will be instrumental in providing support to our Development, Operations and Security teams. You will join a team of 10+ who work together to provide full-lifecycle support to a software application providing audio ingest, storage, query, playback, analysis, and transcription capabilities. The application is used by national and tactical analysts on small systems (laptops) and large systems (multi-node clusters). Given there flexibility of the application, we have several development and deployment platforms which we are required to stand up, maintain and tear down. We often perform hardware refreshes requiring knowledge of our system infrastructure requirements and scalability needs. At times you will be expected to work alongside hardware vendors in generating hardware specifications and obtain quotes. As a multi SSP owner out team is responsible for all vulnerability patching associated with STE/STN initiatives.

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience supporting IT infrastructure including server installation, rack/stack activities, cabling, hardware troubleshooting and system bring-up
  • Ability to configure and troubleshoot servers to ensure proper network connectivity and accessibility
  • Linux System Administration experience and common troubleshooting techniques.
  • Familiarity with networking concepts including IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and connectivity troubleshooting.
  • Ability to follow, create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures
  • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies is a hands-on infrastructure environment

Desired Skills:

  • Experience supporting virtualization technologies such as VMware, Xen or Nutanix is a plus
  • Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or similar configuration management technologies is a plus
  • Understanding system patching, vulnerability remediation and security compliance requirements is preferred

Physical Requirements:

  • This position requires the ability to lift, move and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as part of routine system maintenance, server installations and hardware troubleshooting activities
  • Candidates should be comfortable performing physical infrastructure tasks, including rack installation, cable management, equipment replacement, and hands-on system support

YOE / Degree Requirements:

  • Cloud Administrator Skill Level 1 (CA1): 5 years with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science (or related field) or 9 years without the degree

Benefits & conditions

Salary range - $165,000-$190,000, based on qualifications/experience

Please check out our amazing benefits and generous PTO plan HERE!!

About the company

White Sky Technologies specializes in systems engineering and technology management solutions for U.S. Government clients. We are committed to meeting our customer’s needs with a dedicated and highly qualified workforce.

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