The team is looking for a Cloud System Administrator to perform in a cloud environment platform, built with Java on Free and Open-Source Software products including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo, to enable the execution of data-intensive analytics on a managed infrastructure.
The candidate will be exposed to a variety of technologies depending on customer requirements. This is an evening or mid shift position and candidate is expected to provide Tier 1 through 3 supports. The candidate should have a strong background in troubleshooting operational issues in a Linux environment. Additional knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Hadoop and scripting experience such as python and bash is beneficial
You will work in a fast-paced technical environment where attention to detail, proactive task management, and the ability to independently diagnose operational issues are essential to mission success.
Other experience that could benefit the candidate: Prometheus, JIRA, Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS), Virtualization, Salt/ Ansible, Grafana, Openstack and AWS.
What You’ll Do
Support daily operations of cloud-based analytic platforms
Provide Tier 1–3 support for infrastructure and system-level issues
Troubleshoot operational issues within Linux environments
Manage RedHat/CentOS provisioning using kickstart
Perform Linux/Unix networking analysis using tools such as nmap and tcpdump
Support DNS administration including hosts files and DHCP
Assist with containerized and distributed platform technologies
Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve system performance issues
Support on-call operational requirements
Qualifications
7 years of experience RedHat/CentOS command line
7 years of experience Linux/Unix networking (nmap, tcpdump, firewalls)
7 years of experience RedHat/CentOS kickstart/provisioning (Setting it up)
2+ years of experience RedHat DNS Administration (DNS, hosts files, DHCP)
Bachelor’s degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
8570 IAT Level I or higher (preferably Security+) is required and must be obtained prior to starting
Active TS/SCI security clearance with Poly
One of the following certifications are required
AWS DevOps Engineer Professional
CDP Administrator - Private Cloud Base
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Possession of a Cloud Certification and 8570 certification is required and will be verified as part of the interview or offer process.
Technologies You May Work With
Docker
Kubernetes
Hadoop / HDFS
Prometheus
Grafana
Salt / Ansible
OpenStack
AWS
Python / Bash scripting
JIRA
Target Salary Range $135,000 - $216,000. 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.
Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.
- EEO
- EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
