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ID #21688675
State Virginia
City Herndon
Job type Permanent
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source MAXAR Technologies
Showed 2021-10-25
Date 2021-10-24
Deadline 2021-12-22
Category Systems/networking
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Sr. Cloud System Administrator

Virginia, Herndon, 20170 Herndon USA

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Maxar is seeking for a Sr. Cloud Systems Administrator to work with a high-tech team to administer cutting edge open source and cloud-based technologies. In this role, you will perform administrative tasks on primarily Red Hat Linux based operating systems. You will will be responsible for installation and operations of a large suite of open-source technologies that support big data analytics streaming and at scale. In order to be successful in this role, you must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Linux/Unix operating system, DevOps concepts, security distributed systems, and on cloud technologies.

Responsibilities:
  • Deploy highly available, scalable and secure cloud infrastructure with a focus on AWS.
  • Strong understanding and administration skills of the AWS platform.
  • Work closely with the Development team to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployment and configuration of infrastructure.
  • Responsible for system maintenance, patching, updates, and data backups.
  • Install, maintain, and patch system applications.
  • Troubleshoot system and application-based issues and remediate.
  • Coordinate with vendors for technical support, upgrades.
  • Analyze and resolve configuration issues in development, test, and production environments.
  • Maintain Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) between the customer network, cloud and other environments.
  • Participate in security compliance efforts.
  • Research, design and recommend application configurations based on security best practices and other program requirements.
  • Lead the design and implementation of AWS and cluster networking approach.
  • Perform continuous monitoring activities, identify lifecycle management, respond to system and security incidents.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and be willing and able to obtain a TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or related field. 4 additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • 8 years Linux based system administration.
  • 3 years in administration in cloud-based systems.
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certified.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification or CompTIA Network+ certified.
  • Experience with working on Agile Development teams.
  • Experience in provisioning and sustaining network infrastructures.
  • Experience in developing and managing secure networks for secure PKI, IPSEC, or VPN enabled environments.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Current/active TS/SCI with CI poly.
  • Certified in Red Hat Certified Engineer ( RHCE ) or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
  • Certified Kubernetes ACKA.
  • At least 1 focused AWS Certification such as Security.
  • Working knowledge of DevOps methodologies and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) approaches.
  • Working knowledge of AWS CloudFormation.
  • Working knowledge of platform as a service (PaaS), virtualized cluster management, and containerization concepts and technologies.
  • Advanced analytical skills: Able to leverage prior experience and knowledge to efficiently and effectively learn new technologies and derive secure technical solutions in a timely manner.
  • Must have good written/ verbal communication skills and have experience in working in a collaborative environment.
  • Experience or familiarity with the following technologies:
    • Nessus, Prisma, QRadar
    • Kubernetes

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Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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