Cloud Systems Administrator

Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions., As part of the Operations Team, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining system stability, supporting customers, and resolving complex technical challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated technologist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and enjoys solving problems that matter., * Support and maintain a cloud-based analytics platform in a mission-critical environment

• Provide Tier 1-3 operational support, troubleshooting and resolving system issues
• Ensure day-to-day system reliability, performance, and availability
• Collaborate closely with engineering and mission teams to meet evolving customer needs
• Proactively identify issues and implement improvements to operational processes, * Containerization and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
• Big data technologies: Hadoop, HDFS, Accumulo
• Scripting: Python, Bash
• Monitoring and operations tools: Prometheus, Grafana, JIRA
• Configuration management: Salt, Ansible
• Cloud and virtualization platforms: OpenStack, AWS

Join Peraton and be part of a team supporting cutting-edge cyber missions, where your skills directly contribute to national security and mission success-while working with modern technologies in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

• Strong experience troubleshooting Linux-based systems
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Comfort working evening or mid shifts in an operational support role, * Education: Bachelor’s in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications: Must have 8570 IAT Level I or higher (Security+ preferred) and one of the below certifications to start in this role:
• AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional
• CDP Administrator - Private Cloud Base
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Linux & Networking: 7+ years with RedHat/CentOS, including command line, networking (nmap, tcpdump, firewalls), and kickstart/provisioning.
• DNS & Network Services: 2+ years managing RedHat DNS, hosts files, and DHCP.
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Parental leave, 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Health savings account, Dental insurance, Life insurance Evening shift 14400 Sweitzer Ln, Laurel, MD 20707, Target Salary Range: $146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure., Peraton is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to join our high-impact Cyber Missions team in Laurel, MD. In this role, you’ll work hands-on with a modern cloud-based analytics platform that supports data-intensive mission operations. Our environment leverages Java and leading open-source technologies-including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo-to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient solutions.